Human resources inform elderly employee Martinez (Francisco Reyes, Oscar Winner “A Fantastic Woman”) that it is time for him to retire—but first he must train his replacement. To add to his troubles, his next-door neighbour passes away, bequeathing him her diary along with other personal items. A Chilean who has lived in Mexico for 40 years, Martinez befriends the young man taking his job, who inspires him to explore life outside himself. As he rummages through his neighbour’s things, Martinez examines his existence and begins to realize that perhaps the end of his career is a new beginning, leading to reinvigoration and joy.