In a small coastal town where life revolves around the arrival of fishing boats, a railway engineer, passionate about his work, falls in love with a beautiful woman who, tragically, harbors a dark secret. She is the girlfriend of a dangerous thief who has been using the cover of night to carry out his misdeeds. As the relationship between the lovers blossoms, the engineer faces the dilemma of protecting his new love or revealing the truth behind her past.
Tension escalates when a series of robberies occur in the region, prompting the police to intensify their efforts to catch the criminal. Meanwhile, the engineer becomes more involved in the woman’s life, setting aside suspicion and common sense. Everything changes dramatically when the thief reenters his girlfriend’s life, unleashing a dangerous chain of events that threatens not only their relationship but the peace of the entire town.
In a climax filled with suspense and action, the engineer must choose between love and loyalty to his community. With stunning black-and-white scenes that capture the atmosphere of the era, the story explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil in a narrative that reflects the social tension of its time. It is an emotional journey that leaves the viewer contemplating difficult decisions and the power of true love.