A Little Romance

In the enchanting City of Light, 13-year-old Lauren King lives a life of privilege with her mother and stepfather. Despite the allure of Paris, she yearns for adventure and excitement beyond her comfortable existence.

Across the Seine, Daniel Michon navigates life as a French teenager with a passion for cinema. He learns about love through the lens of film, all while helping his taxi-driving father.

At the stately Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Lauren’s mother rekindles an old flame with movie director George de Marco. This emotional encounter sets the stage for Lauren and Daniel's destinies to intertwine.

Lauren and Daniel meet Julius Santorin, an eccentric elder who captivates Lauren with his enchanting stories about love. His tales introduce them to the romantic lore of the Venetian Bridge of Sighs.

Intrigued by Julius' stories, Lauren and Daniel decide to journey to Venice, dreaming of sealing their love with a kiss under its iconic bridges. They strategize how to venture across the border.

After a financial windfall from a horse race, the duo realizes they lack adult supervision for their trip. They turn to Julius for help, preferring not to confront their families over the excursion.

While on their journey, Lauren and Daniel befriend American tourists Bob and Janet Duryea. Unbeknownst to them, their disappearance sparks an international search as Lauren’s family reports her missing.

Their adventure takes them to Verona, where dining with the Duryeas leads to an alarming moment when Bob discovers his wallet is missing. Tensions rise as Julius's strange behavior complicates their dynamics.

In a daring attempt to escape suspicion, the trio launches into a thrilling bicycle race through the streets of Verona. Their freedom is short-lived as Julius begins to struggle, prompting a turning point for the group.

After rescuing Julius, he reveals he took Bob’s wallet and the money meant for their train tickets, leading to Lauren's feelings of betrayal. She finds her wish of returning home becoming a bitter reality.

In Venice, Lauren and Daniel find temporary solace at St. Mark’s Basilica, only to be confronted by the Duryeas once again. They have to hide, fearing their adventure could be cut short.

While Lauren and Daniel enjoy a film in their hiding spot, Julius bravely surrenders to authorities to protect them. His selfless act highlights the depth of their friendship.

With time running out, Lauren and Daniel wake just in time for a gondola ride that grants them a cherished kiss beneath the ringing bells of the Bridge of Sighs. It's a bittersweet moment that encapsulates their fleeting romance.

As Lauren prepares to return home, she shares a final meaningful moment with Daniel, promising to resist conformity that threatens to pull them apart. Their goodbye is filled with longing and love.

As Lauren's car pulls away, she and Daniel share a poignant glance filled with unspoken emotions. In a final defiant gesture, Daniel leaps into the air, immortalizing their love against the timeless backdrop of the city.