In 1940s London, a novelist named Maurice Bendrix becomes entangled in a passionate and forbidden affair with Sarah Miles, the wife of a government official. Their relationship, intense and fraught with complications, blossoms in secret, amid moments of happiness and deep insecurities. Maurice, caught up in his desire for Sarah, begins to question not only his love but also his own faith and purpose in a war-torn world.
Everything changes drastically when, following an unexpected encounter, a series of events leads Sarah to abruptly end her relationship with Maurice, leaving him devastated and searching for answers. In his desperation, Maurice tries to unravel the mystery of this breakup, which leads him to uncover secrets that seem to be beyond his control and understanding. As he investigates, he realizes how love, pain, and sacrifice are intrinsically intertwined.
As the narrative unfolds, the story becomes an emotional journey about faith, betrayal, and redemption. With a poetic visual style and tension-filled dialogues, it explores the complexity of human relationships in times of adversity. In a universe where everything seems fleeting, both love and spirituality become the constant struggle between the ephemeral and the enduring. Maurice's quest is not only for Sarah but also for a deeper sense of purpose amid the chaos of his world.