In an era when gender roles were strictly defined, a young secretary named Ruth longs for more from life than a monotonous office job. Ruth is intelligent, witty, and dreams of becoming a writer, but her reality is limited to filing and making coffee. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a charismatic executive named Steve enters the office, who is not only her boss at work but also the man she has fallen in love with.
As their relationship develops, Ruth feels caught between her professional ambition and the societal expectations of being a devoted wife. Steve, though successful, also faces pressures that push him toward a relationship that could jeopardize his career. When Ruth receives an offer to publish her first book, she must make a crucial decision: to follow her passion and risk what she has with Steve or to settle for the life of an "office wife."
With a fresh perspective and emotional nuances, the story explores the dynamics of love, ambition, and the sacrifices that come with being a woman in a traditional society. As Ruth navigates the confusion of her feelings and the established norms of her time, she becomes a symbol of the struggle for self-determination and the right to dream beyond what the world expects of her. The film invites the audience to reflect on the balance between love and personal identity in a changing context.