On a remote hill in the Himalayas, a group of nuns from a British order embarks on a mission to establish a convent and a school in an ancient rajah's palace. Upon their arrival, they confront an environment as beautiful as it is desolate, where the majesty of nature contrasts with the internal struggles of each one of them. Among them is Sister Clodagh, a strong-willed and determined woman, who grapples with maintaining control and morality in a place that challenges her tranquility.
As the days progress, the cultural clash transforms into an emotional battleground. The nuns begin to feel the pressure of human passions and the temptations that the exotic landscape offers. The presence of a charming local administrator and the undeniable attraction that Sister Clodagh feels threaten to destabilize the peaceful community they are trying to build. Tensions rise, and amidst the sublime beauty of the Himalayas, resentments and jealousies are unleashed, testing their faith and the sanity of each one.
The atmosphere becomes increasingly oppressive and surreal, reflecting the internal chaos. Caught between the expectations of their vocation and forbidden desires, the nuns face an inevitable confrontation with their own demons. Ultimately, the story becomes a profound examination of the struggle between duty and desire, a visual and emotional exploration that endures long after the final credits have rolled.