After being married for 29 unhappy years, Edward (Bill Nighy) decides that it is high time that he and his wife, Grace (Annette Bening), separate. The first person to know of his plan is their son Jamie (Josh O'Connor), visiting from London. Soon after, Edward informs his wife, who initially objects but eventually complies. Edward leaves their home to build a new one with another woman, leaving Josh to take care of his mother as she tries to cope with the unexpected divorce. Written and directed by William Nicholson.