With its pudgy appearance and comical behaviour, the marmot is one of the most endearing animals in our mountains. Over four years, the film follows the life of a young male. Ever watchful, temperamental, solidary, cunning and greedy, he eventually becomes the leader of his clan. He must leave its family and eschew the attacks of fox, eagle and wolf. A story of prey, predators, the forces of nature and magnificent though at times hostile mountains. The journey begins in the world’s most beautiful flower meadows.