In a European city resembling an abyss of intolerance and xenophobia, the social climate becomes increasingly hostile for the Jewish community. The story follows a Jewish doctor, a sensible and compassionate man, who realizes the growing anti-Semitism surrounding his home and profession. As the pressure mounts, he is forced to confront a terrible decision when the city decides to implement a decree that forces all Jews to leave.
The narrative delves into the impact of this decision not only on the Jewish community but also on the inhabitants who remain. Everyone's life is disrupted: love blooms and crumbles, friendships are tested, and the city, once a vibrant place, begins to darken. As Jews are expelled, society faces an imminent decay, lost between indifference and guilt.
With a visual style evoking Weimar Germany and a plot rich in symbolism, the film navigates themes of humanity, envy, and the struggle for identity. The atmosphere becomes oppressive and melancholic, prompting the viewer to reflect on the repercussions of intolerance. Can a city truly thrive if it deprives a fundamental part of its people? As the lights go out in the streets, the echo of these questions resonates, leaving a sense of unease and sorrow.