In a tale of enduring love, a man's confession of devotion to his wife sets off a flashback to his first love, Fermina Daza, which began when he was a telegraph boy. Despite her father's efforts to keep them apart, he persists in his pursuit, showering her with romantic gestures. When she marries a cultured physician, Ariza's love remains unrequited, but he continues to pine for her, finding comfort in the arms of others.
Love in the Time of Cholera
Florentino Cruz, a man with a long-standing unrequited love, channels his heartache into a series of passionate encounters, seeking solace in his numerous affairs.