In a quiet neighborhood of East Hampton, the lives of two eccentric women, mother and daughter, are a mix of glamour and decay. The mother, Edith Bouvier Beale, known as "Big Edie," is a socialite who once was part of the elite circle of high society; her daughter, "Little Edie," is a young woman caught between the desire for freedom and loyalty to her mother. Both live in a dilapidated mansion, Grey Gardens, which once epitomized luxury but is now a refuge of memories, troubles, and cats.
As the film progresses, the complex relationship between these two women is revealed. Little Edie shares her dreams of becoming famous while dealing with the difficulties of living under the same roof as a possessive mother. Amid peculiar conversations, impromptu dinners, and a daily life that oscillates between the hilarious and the tragic, the layers of their existence unravel.
The film, a documentary that captures their reality, not only showcases the struggle for survival in a world that has forgotten them but also highlights their uniqueness and the beauty of their bond. Through moving moments and revealing tensions, these two souls teach us about family, identity, and life on the fringes of society. Grey Gardens thus becomes an unforgettable portrait of love and madness, in a dance between laughter and sorrow.