In a near future, Nicolas, a retiree who enjoys his independence, loses his autonomy after an accident. His son Gabriel, a technophile submerged by his professional responsibilities, then imposes a robot to assist him. But this decision may be fatal for his father.
France, 1809. Captain Neuville is called to the front, leaving his future bride heartbroken. Her sister decides to write letters on his behalf to cheer her up.