In an atmosphere charged with tension and mystery, we follow Helene, a single mother trapped in a monotonous and oppressive life. Her relationship with her son, Oswald, is strained and filled with reproaches. The arrival of an old friend, who becomes an unexpected visitor, stirs up old ghosts and secrets that the family has tried to forget.
The friend, a charismatic philosopher, provokes a series of reflections on morality and social expectations. As revelations unfold, the specter of hypocrisy and familial guilt emerges, showing how past actions continue to influence the present. Overwhelmed by societal pressure and the dictates of a patriarchal society, Helene struggles to find her voice as she seeks purpose and yearns for liberation in a world that condemns her.
The film, with its strong social critique, addresses themes such as guilt, morality, and the price paid for social expectations. In every scene, the atmosphere is imbued with a melancholic beauty that resonates with Helene’s internal struggle. As she faces her own ghosts, the story reveals the tragedy of a woman trapped in a world where norms dictate the course of her life. This distressing tale invites us to question how the echoes of the past can shape our present and, above all, our freedom of choice.