In a small and charming French village, we meet François, a seemingly happy man leading an idyllic life with his wife, Thérèse, and their little son. The daily routine unfolds between work and family moments, all wrapped in an aura of simple happiness. However, François yearns for something more—a desire that drives him to explore new paths.
One day, he meets Émilie, a young woman who will disrupt his tranquil existence. The attraction is instant, and although his family life remains the priority, his relationship with Émilie becomes increasingly difficult to resist. As the story progresses, François finds himself caught in a whirlwind of emotions, facing a moral dilemma that conflicts with his understanding of what it truly means to be happy.
The narrative is a poetic reflection on desire, the pursuit of happiness, and the complexities of love. Through vibrant visuals and subtle direction, the film invites viewers to question the ephemeral nature of happiness and the impact of our choices, revealing a less glamorous side of life that often hides behind appearances.
In this interplay between what is desired and what is possessed, moments of light and shadow unfold, leading us to understand that the true balance between duty and desire can be a more complicated path than it seems.