In World War II France, a young student, Francois, lives the carefree life of a teenager while his country is engulfed in chaos. However, his routine is shaken when he embarks on a passionate and forbidden romance with Marthe, the beautiful fiancée of a soldier at the front lines. The connection between them is intense and almost visceral, filled with desire and rebellion, but also deeply marked by the tragedy of the war that surrounds them.
As their love blossoms, Francois faces the consequences of his choice: the pain of tasting happiness in a crumbling world. While Marthe grapples with the uncertainty of her fiancé’s return, their bond becomes a refuge of anguish and passion that defies the social norms of the time. Both find themselves caught in an emotional whirlwind that pushes them to cross boundaries, leaving the audience in a constant tug-of-war between the forbidden and the inevitable.
This story encompasses not only the fervor of first love but also the desolation that war brings to the lives of those who still have hope. Through an immersive narrative, moral dilemmas and desire are explored in a time when love can be both a lifeline and a curse, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of its protagonists and the audience.