In a small and picturesque French village, the arrival of a new maid triggers a series of events that will change the lives of its inhabitants forever. The young woman, with a calm appearance and a dark history, begins working for a well-off family. As she integrates into the environment, her strange behavior and distant attitude pique the curiosity of both the family and the community.
The maid, who harbors deep secrets and resentments, starts to develop a tense relationship with the wife, who tries to make her feel welcome, but her kindness becomes fertile ground for manipulation. While the family's life seems to unfold normally, the maid finds herself trapped in a psychological game that escalates to dangerous levels. The tension between social classes, hypocrisy, and personal frustrations emerge, revealing the fragility of their lives.
As events unfold, the line between oppression and revenge blurs. Secrets come to light, and the village's apparent calm becomes increasingly unsettling. The story reaches a heartbreaking climax, where the actions of each character intertwine in an unexpected resolution that will leave everyone shocked, questioning what was truly at stake. In the end, the audience will be confronted with the dark reality of how actions and prejudices can lead to unforeseen catastrophes, leaving an indelible mark.