The Penguin Lessons is a heart-warming story inspired by true events, following the unlikely bond between a man and a penguin. After rescuing an injured Magellanic penguin from an oil spill on the coast of South America, a retired schoolteacher brings the little bird home to nurse it back to health. What begins as an act of compassion turns into an extraordinary friendship, as the penguin—named Juan Salvador—refuses to leave and becomes part of his rescuer’s life. Through humour, tenderness, and moments of reflection, the film explores themes of loyalty, resilience, and the healing power of companionship, reminding us of the surprising ways love and kindness can change lives.