In a vibrant French city during the 1960s, a prosecutor haunted by the past becomes embroiled in a complex web of secrets and betrayals. The story begins when he receives the case of a young man who has been accused of a gruesome crime. As he investigates, he discovers that the young man's family is interconnected with a series of dark and mysterious events that have marked the history of the place. With every clue he uncovers, the prosecutor ventures deeper into a world riddled with corruption, where the line between right and wrong becomes blurred.
As the investigation progresses, the protagonist must not only face the resistance of powerful figures trying to silence him, but he also begins to question his own morality. It becomes a dangerous game, where favors and alliances are crucial, and any mistake could cost him his life. Amidst this hunt, the prosecutor must also grapple with his own inner demons and the guilt of past decisions that still haunt him.
With a tense atmosphere and a steady pace that keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat, the film explores themes of justice, redemption, and the personal cost of seeking the truth at all costs. The narrative weaves between the excitement of a thriller and a deep exploration of human character, maintaining an atmosphere of intrigue that does not fade until the very last frame.