Pregnant fifteen-year-old orphan Cecilia is sent to Ida's secluded mansion to hide pregnancy. Ida and maid Alma provide Cecilia maternal care, forming bond. Their relationship tested as Cecilia's childbirth nears.

Renowned Russian piano teacher Irina Sousatzka gets a new student - Bengali piano prodigy Manek. They are both immigrants in the UK and bond quickly. When Manek's single mother's business fails, he must make a career decision.

Bored in her marriage to a country doctor and stifled by life in a small town, the restless Emma Bovary pursues her dreams of passion and excitement, whatever they may cost.