The film tells about the performer of old Russian romances L. Illarionova. The film includes filming of the following content: L. Illarionova performs romances in a concert hall and with friends (synchronously); an interview with L. Illarionova, in which she talks about herself and about life and culture in Russia; L. Illarionov in the church and in the Assembly of the Nobility. The film contains romances: "Don't light the fire", "But I still love you", "Beggar", "I was driving home.", "Don't go, stay with me", "Stars in the sky", "Don't go away, you are my darling. "