So Long, Marianne

Dispirited and lost, Leonard Cohen leaves Montreal to seek purpose on the island of Hydra, Greece. As Leonard navigates the complexities of relationships and his own existential search amidst the bohemian community, he encounters Marianne Ihlen and is instantly drawn to her magnetic presence. Marianne, on her own quest with her partner Axel Jensen, soon discovers that her relationship is falling apart.

Leonard Cohen receives news of his grandmother's passing, plunging him into melancholy. Pregnant with Axel's child, Marianne faces turmoil in her relationship due to Axel’s infidelity. When Marianne's father falls ill, they return to Norway, where she gives birth to little Axel. Leonard, longing for Marianne, focuses on writing and his music. Upon their return to Hydra, Axel's behavior worsens, leading to a violent confrontation.

After a violent fight, Axel abandons Marianne on Hydra with little Axel. She finds solace in Leonard, who, mesmerized and in love, supports her through her turmoil. However, Marianne struggles with her messy life as a single mother. When Axel's affair takes a tragic turn, Leonard encourages Marianne to visit them in Athens, leaving him to care for little Axel. In Athens, Marianne confronts the consequences of Axel's actions, including the duty to return their car to Norway.

After Marianne's turbulent return from Athens, Leonard accompanies her on a road trip to return the car to Norway. Along the way, they bond over shared struggles and revelations. Little Axel flies to Oslo alone, and is met by Marianne's mother. Arriving in a cold and grey Oslo, and after an awkward dinner with Marianne's mother, Marianne suggests settling down—Leonard feels uncertain. Despite professing his love, Leonard decides to return to Montreal, leaving Marianne disheartened.

Axel reconnects with Marianne and Axel Jr. in Oslo, convincing Marianne to have dinner with him. Meanwhile, Leonard secures a job in Montreal and a one-year lease on a house. Marianne and Axel Jr. join Leonard, but Marianne struggles to adjust to life in Montreal, especially with Leonard's mother's disapproval. Despite their love, Marianne's pregnancy ends tragically, prompting the decision to return to Hydra. On the island, they find solace but discover that things have changed.

Leonard becomes consumed by writing his new book and neglects his health, resorting to heavy drinking and drugs. As Marianne prepares to bid farewell to Charmian and George, she discovers Leonard unconscious. After summoning a doctor, Leonard stabilizes, but tensions arise as Leonard decides to return to Montreal to promote his book. Despite their disagreements, they bid farewell to friends at a party before Leonard departs Hydra.