In a post-war England full of discontent and frustration, we meet Jimmy Porter, a young university student turned coal salesman, trapped in a tumultuous marriage with Alison, a woman who reflects both his love and his hatred. Jimmy's life is a mix of irony and rage, navigating between his own failed ambitions and the monotony of his home. His household becomes an emotional battleground, where passion clashes with despair.
The arrival of Cliff, a loyal and patient friend, adds a complicated dynamic to this tense coexistence. Cliff tries to act as the mediator amid Jimmy's outbursts of anger, but his role becomes complicated when he starts developing feelings for Alison. As the situation intensifies, the hidden pain of each character's past is uncovered, exploring themes of frustration, miscommunication, and the struggle to find meaning in a world that seems to have lost it.
In the background, British society is changing, along with the expectations surrounding masculine and feminine roles. With a script full of sharp dialogue and raw attitudes, the story immerses us in the lives of these characters who, despite their differences and conflicts, desperately seek connections in a world that seems increasingly alienated. With an emotionally powerful narrative, the film challenges our perceptions of love and anger, leaving the audience reflecting on the choices we make in life.