Sexually adventurous Cristina (Scarlett Johansson) and her friend Vicky (Rebecca Hall), who is bright but cautious, holiday in Barcelona where they meet the celebrated and wholly seductive painter, Juan Antonio (Javier Bardem). Vicky is not about to dive into a sexual adventure being committed to her forthcoming marriage. But Cristina is immediately captivated by Juan Antonio's free spirit and his romantic allure is enhanced when she hears the delicious details of his divorce from fellow artist, the tempestuous Maria Elena (Penélope Cruz).