Father

Anne journeys to visit her father Anthony, who is showing signs of increased aggression towards his new caretaker. As they converse, it becomes clear that his struggle with dementia is affecting his perception of reality.

During the visit, Anthony becomes agitated when he realizes his watch is missing and accuses Anne of stealing it. This moment underscores the impact of his dementia as he confuses significant memories and events.

Anne discloses her intentions to move to Paris with her new boyfriend, causing Anthony to question her loyalty. His memories of being married to her remind him of an unresolved past, exacerbating his distress.

The next day, Anthony meets Paul, who claims that they live together with Anne. This encounter further complicates Anthony's understanding of his living situation, as he battles with his deteriorating memory.

When Anne returns home from shopping, Anthony is bewildered as she seems to have transformed into a different woman, adding to his feelings of confusion. This shift highlights the disarray of his mind and perspective.

Anne arranges for a new caretaker, Laura, to interview at his home. Despite Anthony's insistence on being independent, he begins to confuse Laura with his estranged daughter Lucy, showcasing his memory lapses.

During a doctor's visit, Anthony insists that he doesn’t have memory problems and affirms that he is fine. He proudly speaks of his daughter Lucy, yet is unaware of the tragic accident that took her life.

As Anthony's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, tension grows between Anne and Paul regarding how to manage him. Their disagreement reflects the emotional strain caused by Anthony's condition.

Anthony is suddenly disoriented in a hospital corridor, haunted by memories of Lucy's tragic accident. This memory surge illustrates the torment of his condition and the fragile boundaries of his memory.

Anthony awakens to find himself in a nursing home, cared for by Catherine and Bill. They inform him of Anne's move to Paris, which deepens his feelings of loneliness and loss.

Struggling to comprehend his new reality and Anne's absence, Anthony experiences an emotional breakdown. He yearns for his mother and expresses feelings of despair as though he is losing his sense of self.

In a touching moment, Catherine comforts Anthony, promising to take him to the park later. This simple act provides a fleeting glimmer of hope amidst his ongoing struggles with dementia.

The film concludes with a serene shot of leaves rustling gently on a tree. This imagery poignantly symbolizes the beauty and tragedy of Anthony's experience with dementia and the fragility of memory.