Peter Dinklage stars in the title role of this adaptation of Edmond Rostand's 19th century comedic play. Accomplished soldier Cyrano de Bergerac is convinced that his appearance makes him unworthy of love. When the object of his affection, Roxanne (Haley Bennett), falls madly in love with Christian de Neuvillette (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), a new recruit to his regiment, Cyrano offers his skills as a wordsmith to help the young man win Roxanne's heart with a series of romantic letters, while continuing to love her from afar.