"The Birdcatcher's Son" - According to Faroese law, the birdwatcher Esmar will lose his lease within one year, thus forced to leave both his house and his land unless he makes sure he and his wife Johanna have a son. Because Johanna has just given birth to date, they decide what they think is their last and best chance; to jointly find another man who can make Johanna with children.
It's New Year's Day. Antoine Garnier has decided to invite all his family and friends to dinner at his house the day after New Year's Eve. But the family being large, he is going to be overwhelmed since no less than 35 guests are expected.