Late 19th century Latvia. Coachman Edgar is in love with maid Kristina though unable to overcome her mother's resistance. A charming, wealthy suitor arrives with a proposal, but Kristina just can't forget Edgar.
Riga, 1930. Educated unemployed Olgerts, who knows English, French and Latin, works different types of casual jobs. Together with his friend, tramp Fridis, they sometimes work for small ...