Six Weeks

Charlotte Dreyfus, a wealthy cosmetic tycoon, and her dying daughter Nicky strike up a sentimental friendship with California politician Patrick Dalton after a generous donation to his campaign. Dalton is initially surprised by their openness, but he allows Nicky to help at the campaign office, drawn by her spirit despite the disease. The three begin a fragile, emotionally charged connection that shapes the days to come.

Inspired by her illness and Dalton's generosity, Nicky outlines a bucket list of experiences she wants to share with her new companions. The list includes working on the campaign, visiting iconic places, and pursuing a dream or two before time runs out. Dalton, Charlotte, and Nicky discuss these goals, deepening the ties between them.

As their bond deepens, Dalton and Charlotte acknowledge a mutual attraction during a dinner together. They resolve not to pursue a romance to protect Dalton's wife and son, but the confession marks a turning point in their relationship and in Nicky's care.

Charlotte announces a trip to New York City with Nicky to break the LA routine and continue checking off her bucket list. The plan feels like a fresh start, even as its purpose becomes more complicated due to the growing closeness among the adults.

In a dramatic turn, Dalton races to the airport and joins them on their vacation, leaving his wife and son behind for the Christmas holidays. The trio experiences New York through Nicky's eyes, with the city providing both magic and emotional tension.

Dalton leverages his political influence to arrange a tryout for Nicky at the New York Metropolitan Ballet. The director's initial skepticism gives way to cautious optimism as Dalton and Charlotte watch Nicky's potential unfold.

The director, impressed by Nicky's talent, agrees to fast-track her toward a full-dress rehearsal and stand-in role for the Nutcracker. Nicky's dream begins to appear within reach, fueling hope for a lasting legacy in dance.

Dalton and Charlotte treat Nicky's opportunity as opening night and attend a rehearsal at Lincoln Center. The mood is celebratory, as if the girl is about to step into a national spotlight.

During the pivotal scene of Clara and the Prince, Nicky steps into the moment as understudy and delivers a remarkable performance before the crowd. The moment validates her dream and marks another item off her list.

On the way back to the hotel after the performance, Nicky experiences sudden pain and collapses from complications of leukemia. Dalton and Charlotte rush to her side as medical help is summoned.

The medical team cannot save Nicky, and she dies while being transported to the hospital. Dalton and Charlotte are left to confront the heartbreak of losing a child who had briefly dared to dream.

In the aftermath, Dalton escorts Charlotte to the airport, and she plans to mourn in France with a family vacation. Their bond is tested by grief, and Dalton's political life continues to demand attention even as personal losses loom large.

The epilogue reveals that Dalton's campaign is successful and shows him writing to Charlotte, urging her to write her Congressman. The note closes the story by linking personal loss with public life and civic duty.