A father and daughter journey from Denmark to an unknown desert that exists in a realm beyond the confines of civilization.

The guest, a General at the Swedish court, is not related to the sister, but, as a callow young man, was in love with her, but chose his military career…

Chronicling a period of time in Paul Gauguin’s life, this film follows him through his struggles in love and the financial problems caused by the inability to sell his artwork.