The film tells the story of Luca Paguro, a sea monster boy with the ability to assume human form while on land. With his friend Alberto Scorfano, they explores a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, trying to live a carefree life in what will be an unforgettable summer. Director Enrico Casarosa describes the film as an "homage to Fellini and other classic Italian filmmakers, with a dash of Miyazaki in the mix too."[2]