In this poignant and harrowing story based on true events, we follow Betty Mahmoody, an American woman who finds herself trapped in a nightmare when her Iranian husband, Sayyid, decides to take her and their daughter, Mahtob, to Iran for a brief visit. However, things take a dark turn when her husband reveals that they have no intention of returning to the United States; instead, Betty is forced to live in a country where oppression and culture are completely foreign to her world.
As weeks turn into months, Betty becomes a prisoner in her own marriage, struggling not only against cultural oppression and her husband's pressure but also against her own fear and despair. Despite the numerous challenges she faces, Betty does not lose hope and plans her escape to bring her daughter back home. In her quest for freedom, she confronts betrayal, helplessness, and a system that seems designed to strip her of everything.
With the help of unexpected allies who understand the value of family and love, Betty tirelessly fights to free herself from the chains of the fate imposed upon her. The story serves as a testimony to maternal resilience, the struggle for freedom, and the unwavering strength of a mother willing to risk everything for her child.