In a small town where life follows a routine and conformity is the norm, a young dreamer named Charlie yearns to break free from the chains of monotony. Although he works on his family's farm, his true passion is cinema, and he dreams of becoming a star on the big screen. One day, the arrival of a traveling circus brings with it the glamour and excitement that Charlie longs for. Deciding to risk everything, he runs away from home to join the troupe as a props assistant.