In a post-Soviet Russia, an exiled poet named Andrei returns to his homeland after years of living in the West. Worn down by time and distance, he finds himself caught between two worlds: the home he once knew and the new one he has embraced. With a camera as his only companion, Andrei begins to explore the landscapes of his childhood, reliving memories that fade like smoke. As he strolls through ancient streets and visits iconic places, the echo of his past strikes him with nostalgia, unearthing old wounds he thought were healed.
Throughout his journey, Andrei meets a young idealist searching for his place in a changing world. This encounter leads him to reflect on the meaning of home and identity. The relationship between them becomes a mirror of the aspirations of a generation yearning for something more than what reality offers. The philosophical and poetic conversations between them drive the plot, weaving a profound reflection on the sense of belonging and the passage of time.
As Andrei navigates through his memories and faces his fears, he plunges into an emotional whirlwind. The beauty of the Russian landscape, captured in evocative images and a melancholic soundtrack, becomes another character, amplifying the protagonist's inner struggle. Andrei's journey serves as a reminder that sometimes the path to redemption begins by confronting our roots and accepting what we have lost.