In a small Italian town, a group of teenagers finds themselves caught between the unmistakable shadows of adulthood and the innocence of childhood. The story centers around Catarina, a 13-year-old girl who, as she enters adolescence, begins to explore her identity and desires while grappling with the weight of the familial and social expectations that surround her.
Through an unexpected romance with an older boy, Catarina confronts her fears and yearnings, leading her to a series of encounters that challenge her perception of love and betrayal. Meanwhile, her friends become embroiled in their own teenage dramas: jealousy, insecurities, and the quest for acceptance. The town, with its intriguing and somewhat oppressive atmosphere, becomes another character in the story, a place where secrets and rumors swirl like a whirlwind among the youth.
The film blends moments of tenderness and pain, reflecting the complexity of growing up in a world that offers no easy answers. The narrative is a journey through the confusion and passion of youth, where every decision can have profound and lasting consequences. With an intimate and emotional approach, the film captures the uncertainties of adolescence, leading the audience to reflect on the sense of belonging and the search for truth in an environment filled with contradictions.