On a remote island in the middle of the ocean, an exile confronts the ghosts of his past and an uncertain fate. After being defeated at the Battle of Waterloo, the feared emperor Napoleon Bonaparte is exiled to the inhospitable island of St. Helena. In this new world, completely removed from his glory and power, he is forced to grapple with the consequences of his unchecked ambitions. The film offers an intimate glimpse into the man behind the myth, showcasing his internal struggle as he becomes a prisoner of his own decisions.
With a handful of loyal followers by his side, Napoleon attempts to find solace in his new reality, facing solitude and melancholy. In his reflections, the viewer discovers not only his tactical genius and biting irony, but also his vulnerability and the remorse that consumes him. As the story unfolds, interactions with the few inhabitants of the island and his guards reveal the complex dynamics of power, loyalty, and betrayal.
Through a narrative that blends drama with a touch of irony, the film immerses us in the conflict between a military leader's glorious past and his bleak present reality. With a captive audience and no escape, the plot oscillates between the grandeur of history and the harsh reality of loss, reminding us that even the greatest can fall into the abyss of loneliness.