In an elegant English mansion, a young man of humble origins, Louis, discovers that his mother belonged to an aristocratic family, the D’Ascoynes. However, fate has played a cruel trick on him: being considered a pariah, his path to fortune and respect seems closed off. But Louis is a clever guy, and upon learning that he can inherit the D’Ascoyne fortune after the death of all his relatives, he devises a bold and dark plan.
With a biting humor and a touch of British wit, Louis begins to eliminate the family members standing in his way. Each death is more creative and challenging than the last, taking black comedy to new heights as he confronts the class and hypocrisy of the nobility. As the number of heirs dwindles, the situation becomes more intriguing and slippery, and Louis discovers that with each murder, he also loses a part of his humanity and morality.
Through an ingeniously crafted narrative, the film not only provides laughter but also reflects on ambition, social class, and the desire to belong. With memorable performances and a distinctive visual style, this classic of British cinema becomes a faithful portrait of a world where humor and crime walk hand in hand in an intriguing and provocative dance.