In the tumultuous years leading up to World War II, a young Jewish artist in Paris finds himself at a crossroads as the lives of his family and friends are threatened by the rise of the Nazi regime. With exceptional talent in painting and acting, he joins a group of orphaned children, creating a strong bond among them as they face the harsh realities of occupation. As the situation grows increasingly desperate, the protagonist becomes a natural leader, guiding the little ones through a world filled with danger and despair.