Arrogant, self-centered movie director Guido Contini finds himself struggling to find meaning, purpose, and a script for his latest film endeavor. With only a week left before shooting begins, he desperately searches for answers and inspiration from his wife, his mistress, his muse, and his mother.
In front of a closed restaurant there are three waiters in their forties. The restaurant has been closed since a week, but they haven't been paid for months and can't wait any longer. The owner has given them an appointment to pay a part, but he is late.
