This Must Be the Place

Cheyenne, a wealthy former rock star, grapples with feelings of boredom and disillusionment after a lengthy retirement in Dublin. His hiatus is particularly affected by the tragic suicides of two teenage fans, leaving him to reflect deeply on his life choices and the impact of fame.

In search of reconciliation and closure, Cheyenne embarks on a journey to New York to connect with his estranged father. However, upon his arrival, he discovers that he is too late and his father has already passed away.

Cheyenne finds his father's diary, which reveals harrowing insights into his father's experiences during his imprisonment in Auschwitz. He learns that his father's suffering was compounded by a former SS officer named Alois Lange, who played a significant role in his trauma.

Determined to confront the ghosts of his father's past, Cheyenne seeks the help of Mordecai Midler, a professional Nazi hunter. Mordecai informs Cheyenne that while Lange might seem significant, there are larger historical figures to focus on.

Cheyenne makes it his mission to locate Alois Lange, embarking on a cross-country quest that takes him through various encounters and revelations. This journey becomes a means of processing his father's despair and seeking personal closure.

During his quest, Cheyenne meets Lange's wife, granddaughter, and a businessman who each offer their own perspectives and reflections. These encounters provide a larger context about Lange and the people affected by his past.

Cheyenne stops at a gun shop where he purchases a powerful weapon, highlighting the gravity of his intentions. An insightful bystander shares a soliloquy about the nature of power and the transformation it brings, provoking deeper thoughts within Cheyenne.

With assistance from Mordecai, Cheyenne finally locates the now-blind Alois Lange. During their tense encounter, Lange reveals he had been receiving letters from Cheyenne’s father, uncovering the emotional weight and history that connects them.

Lange shares a story about a traumatic incident that fueled Cheyenne's father's obsession, yet he downplays its significance compared to the atrocities of Auschwitz. This leads Cheyenne to reevaluate the complexities of pain and suffering that accompany their connection.

In a moment of haunting clarity, Cheyenne captures a photograph of Lange and whispers a painful truth about his father's unfulfilled desire for justice. This act symbolizes Cheyenne's struggle to find balance between vengeance and understanding.

Cheyenne forces the vulnerable Lange to walk on salt flats, mirroring the suffering of Holocaust victims. This chilling act becomes both a confrontation of past wrongs and a symbolic gesture of retribution for his father's pain.

After leaving Lange alone and exposed, Cheyenne and Mordecai drive away, reflecting on the gravity of their actions. This moment marks a significant turning point in Cheyenne’s emotional journey as he leaves behind a haunting chapter.

On his return flight, Cheyenne confronts his fear of flying and experiences a profound personal transformation. This flight symbolizes his journey toward self-acceptance and the shedding of his former identity.

As part of his transformation, Cheyenne cuts his long rock-star hair and discards his goth make-up, jewelry, and flamboyant outfits. This act signifies his intention to embrace a new chapter in life, moving away from the shadows of the past.