Paul, on receiving a phone call from his girlfriend, tears himself away from his workaholic life and sets off for Italy. On the road he settles down at the wheel, listens to the hum of the tires on the asphalt and enjoys the journey. But he is held up by a breakdown. By the time he arrives, his girlfriend has already left. Longing to see her he lingers on, and while he passes the time he experiences moments of unexpected delight. His waiting turns into a voyage of indulgence. His longing grows and tantalizes.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Laurent GrévillPaul | Paul |
 Sabrina Ferilliwoman at the market | woman at the market |
 Carlo Monnithe Italian | the Italian |
| MMaria Giulia Cavalliwoman in restaurant | woman in restaurant |
 Edmondo Tieghipriest | priest |
| KKarina ThayenthalBernadette | Bernadette |
| RRuthild Rieserwoman at the bar | woman at the bar |
 Ayanta BarilliΗitchhiker | Ηitchhiker |