In a small, bleak American town, a Czech immigrant named Selma lives a life filled with hardships and fading dreams. An tireless worker in a factory, Selma, who suffers from a degenerative disease that is causing her to go blind, strives to provide a better future for her beloved son, Gene. With music as her only escape, Selma imagines a fantasy life, performing elaborate musical numbers in her mind. However, her reality is far harsher than she could have ever imagined.
As her vision deteriorates, Selma faces financial troubles and, worse still, begins to uncover the dark secrets surrounding her neighbor. In a desperate attempt to secure treatment that will save her son's sight, she becomes entangled in a series of tragic events that push her to the brink. The pressure and fear engulf her as a chain of unfortunate circumstances unfolds, threatening not only her life but also her relationship with Gene.
With a heartbreaking narrative that challenges the conventions of the musical genre, the story explores themes of sacrifice, maternal love, and the struggle for survival in a world that seems against her. Selma's fight becomes an emotional reflection of hope, disillusionment, and the quest for redemption amidst the most crushing adversities.