In the near future, Diane's life is a constant ebb and flow between struggle and despair following the tragic death of her husband. To make matters worse, her teenage son, Steve, suffers from a behavioral disorder that makes him a real challenge for her. Diane feels trapped between the desire to help her son and the fear that his violent behavior will spiral out of control. Amidst this nightmare, a new neighbor, Kyla, enters the scene. This young high school teacher, who is grappling with her own demons, becomes an unexpected friend and ally.
As Diane, Steve, and Kyla forge bonds, the film unravels the family dynamics of a mother striving for stability and a friendship that offers emotional refuge. However, cohabitation is not without tensions. The complexity of maternal love transforms into a constant struggle between hope and disillusionment, as they all attempt to navigate Steve's tumultuous adolescence and Diane's hidden past.
With an intimate approach and a visual style that captures raw reality, the story raises profound questions about motherhood and redemption. The emotional journey of these three characters reveals that amidst chaos, connections and understanding can sometimes be found, but they also face the pain and fragility of life. The struggle intensifies, and the decisions they must make will define their future.