Ladies in Lavender

In 1936, aging sisters Janet and Ursula, living in a cottage in Cornwall, find the unconscious body of Andrea washed up on the shore. The sisters take the young man into their home and while caring for him during his recuperation discover he is a Polish émigré headed for the United States and a talented violinist. Both sisters become enamored with him, leading to a rivalry of almost possessive guardianship. He reminds Janet of the love she lost when her husband was killed in World War I, and stirs in Ursula romantic feelings she never had.

Vacationing artist Olga Daniloff, the sister of famed violinist Boris Daniloff, becomes interested in Andrea after hearing him play the violin. As time progresses, Olga and Andrea grow closer. Olga tells her brother of Andrea's talent, and he asks to meet Andrea in London. Although Andrea cares deeply for the sisters, he knows this is his chance to start a career, and he leaves with Olga without saying goodbye to the women. He later sends them a letter, along with a portrait of himself painted by Olga, thanking them for saving his life. The sisters travel to London to attend Andrea's first public performance.