Youth

Set in contemporary times, the story unfolds at a modern alpine retreat with nods to real-world royalty and current pop culture. The sense of era is anchored by references to a royal knighthood and living stars, illustrating the clash between public attention and private memory. The characters navigate fame and aging within a world that feels recognizably present-day.

Flims in the Swiss Alps hosts a secluded luxury spa where the resort sits among pine-clad mountains and pristine air. The quiet, upscale environment provides a backdrop for aging artists to reflect on their lives and legacies. The alpine town and resort atmosphere underscore the contrast between nature's timelessness and celebrity culture's fleeting spotlight.

⏳ Aging

Time weighs on the two friends as youth fades into memory. They confront bodily decline, the narrowing opportunities of their art forms, and the sense that their legacies are all they truly own. The film uses quiet moments to explore how aging alters relationships and self-perception.

💭 Memory

Memory, loss, and retrospective judgment shape the characters' conversations and choices. Past successes haunt them, while present disappointments push them toward introspection. The story intersperses fantasies and reminiscences to blur what is real and what is imagined.

🎨 Art & Fame

The tension between cinema's past and ongoing creativity drives the plot, with discussions of legacy and what constitutes great art. Characters oscillate between denying the relevance of their former works and yearning to leave a lasting impression. Fame is portrayed as both a comfort and a trap, shaping decisions and relationships.

🤝 Friendship

Two lifelong friends navigate shared history, competing egos, and the fragility of their bonds. Their conversations reveal tenderness, resentment, and moments of mutual understanding. The resort's surreal episodes mirror the complexity of companionship, where support and rivalry coexist.