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The film centers on the relationship between Count Ivan Petrov and his son Alexander, who is sent away to their estate as punishment for failing school. This summer retreat becomes a backdrop for deeper family dynamics as Alexander grapples with his father's strictness and the arrival of his cousins.

As Alexander learns that his secret love, Katia, is engaged to Nicolai, the emotional stakes rise. His discontent grows, especially when he discovers his father's role in orchestrating this engagement. The narrative delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and the constraints of family expectations, all set against the historical landscape of early 20th-century Crimea.