Under the warm sun of a Greek island during World War II, the lives of the inhabitants are disrupted by the Italian occupation. Pelagia, the daughter of the local doctor, is a young woman filled with dreams and hopes, in love with the brave Greek soldier Mandras, who leaves to fight, leaving their relationship in a delicate balance. Meanwhile, the arrival of the charismatic Captain Corelli, an Italian officer with a passion for music and life, changes the island’s dynamic. With his mandolin always at hand, Corelli tries to win the hearts of the islanders, showing his human side as the war unleashes its chaos.
As tensions rise, Pelagia finds herself torn between her love for Mandras and the unexpected connection she develops with Corelli. Amidst laughter, melodies, and the adversity of conflict, they realize that love and hope can blossom even in the darkest of times. As war tears apart not only the land but also the lives and relationships of those on the island, Pelagia must confront the harsh reality of her choices and the power of the emotions that emerge in a shattered world. Between tragedy and beauty, this story teaches us that even amidst horror, there is room for redemption, music, and true love. The lives of three characters intertwine as they discover that war can change everything, but true love sometimes finds a way to survive.