The Guardian of the Monarchs

Solène Marchand, a divorced art gallery owner in Los Angeles, prepares to celebrate her 40th birthday. She has plans for a solo camping trip while her ex-husband, Daniel, takes their teenage daughter Izzy and her friends to Coachella.

At the last moment, Daniel is called away for work, leaving Solène with a tough decision. Reluctantly, she agrees to accompany the teens to the Coachella festival instead of going camping.

While waiting in the VIP area during the festival, Solène mistakenly enters the trailer of Hayes Campbell, a member of the British boy band August Moon. Their flirtation complicates Solène's feelings, especially considering their age difference.

As August Moon performs, Hayes dedicates a song to Solène, seemingly marking her out in front of the crowd. This public acknowledgement heightens Solène's mix of confusion and intrigue regarding their budding connection.

At her birthday party, Solène feels disillusioned as she interacts with men her age, realizing they do not meet her expectations. It's a moment of self-reflection that sparks doubts about her romantic prospects.

Following the festival, Hayes makes an unexpected visit to Solène's art gallery, showing a keen interest in purchasing her artwork. Their conversation flows into a deeper discussion about life and art, bringing them closer.

During a lunch at Solène's house, she shares her insecurities stemming from her ex-husband's infidelity. Hayes opens up about his struggles to be taken seriously as a musician, providing a bonding moment for both.

After Hayes leaves his watch behind, he texts Solène, inviting her to New York City. She seizes the opportunity during Izzy's summer camp and they share an intimate night at his hotel, taking their relationship to the next level.

Solène joins Hayes on the European tour with August Moon, supporting him as they grow closer. However, she is adamant about keeping their relationship under wraps, keeping it a secret from Izzy and others.

While vacationing with the band in the south of France, Solène starts to feel insecure about her age compared to the younger women around her. Other band members hint that Hayes's prior song dedication was merely a tactic, deepening her doubts.

Feeling misled and unsure, Solène makes a sudden decision to return to Los Angeles. This move prompts Daniel to question her about the relationship, but she denies any serious involvement with Hayes.

Shortly after her return, Solène's private life is thrust into the limelight as paparazzi photos of her relationship with Hayes emerge. This unwanted attention strains her relationship with Izzy, who confronts her at camp.

Solène visits Hayes at a recording studio, and they reconcile, deciding to date publicly despite the challenges. They also take steps to secure their privacy by deleting social media accounts.

Daniel expresses his worry about how Solène's relationship with Hayes may affect their daughter, Izzy, especially as she's struggling in school. This concern adds pressure to Solène's situation.

During another visit from Hayes, he suggests they should reconsider their relationship in five years, after Izzy has completed her schooling. This conversation highlights the reality of their situation and the sacrifices each must make.

Five years later, Solène sees Hayes perform on The Graham Norton Show, igniting fond memories. When he returns to her gallery for a reunion, they share an emotional moment, reflecting on the journey they’ve both taken.