In a small fishing village in Cuba, there lives an old man named Santiago, a man who has dedicated his entire life to fishing but has fallen into misfortune. After 84 days without catching anything, his luck seems to have hit rock bottom. Despite his misfortune, this old sailor does not lose hope and embarks on one last expedition in his small boat.
With a tenacious spirit, he sails away from the shore in search of his great luck. Santiago encounters a massive marlin that becomes his rival in an epic struggle for survival. The battle between the old man and the fish is intense, showcasing not only the physical strength of both but also the passion, loneliness, and resilience that characterize life at sea. As the days pass, Santiago faces storms and his own weakness, but he never gives up, driven by a mix of pride and determination.
Through internal dialogue and deep thoughts, the story reveals the old man's connection to nature and his struggle to remain relevant in a world that shows no mercy. In the end, Santiago fights not only for the fish but for his own dignity, reminding us that true victory is not always about getting what one desires, but about the effort and courage displayed along the way.