In the tumultuous Italy of the 1960s, a group of women finds themselves trapped in the world of prostitution, struggling to survive in a society that marginalizes and condemns them. The story follows Adua, a young woman who, along with her friends, decides to open a bar as a means to escape their harsh reality and start anew. However, their dream quickly becomes a trap, as the business is overshadowed by the shadows of the past and the fight to stay afloat.
As the girls try to adapt to their new lives, they face a landscape of complicated relationships, betrayals, and the constant pressure of a system that strips them of their dignity. Each of them has her own story and her own reasons for being in this life, making it a deep human drama filled with emotions. While Adua strives to build a better future, she is forced to confront her own demons, as well as deal with the arrival of new clients and the dangers that this entails.
With direction that captures the essence of social drama and a heartfelt performance that reveals the vulnerability and strength of each character, the film invites reflection on themes of independence, friendship, and the quest for redemption in a world that seems to offer no second chances. In the end, Adua and her companions must decide whether they are willing to fight for a future or if they are doomed to repeat the past.