Fred is a grumpy old man who has lost the will to enjoy life after his wife's death. He spends most of his days complaining and avoiding his neighbors. One day, a new neighbor moves into the apartment across the hall from Fred and catches his attention with her joyfulness and zest for life.
Elsa is an elderly woman who has never lost her love for adventure and dreams of visiting Rome. As Fred begins to spend more time with Elsa and they get to know each other, he slowly discovers the beauty of life once again. Together, they enjoy the simple things and indulge in life's sweet pleasures.
However, their happiness is short-lived when Elsa's terminal illness is revealed. Fred, wanting to make Elsa's dreams come true, takes her to Italy to fulfill her lifelong dream of throwing a coin into the Fontana di Trevi, as seen in the iconic scene from the movie La Dolce Vita. Their trip forces Fred to face his own mortality and come to terms with his own regrets and fears.
As they explore Italy, their friendship blossoms into a heartwarming love story. Elsa's vivacious spirit helps Fred find a new purpose in life, and her bravery in the face of death inspires him to embrace every moment with her. Together, they learn that it's never too late to find happiness and make the most out of every day.