In a tumultuous period of the French Revolution, two orphaned sisters, Louise and Henriette, find themselves separated amidst the chaos unleashed by war and oppression. Louise, with her indomitable spirit, becomes a fighter for justice, while her more vulnerable sister is captured by enemy forces and taken to a dark fate. As the struggle between the aristocracy and the revolutionaries intensifies, the sisters' paths intertwine with various characters reflecting the passions and struggles of the time: a remorseful nobleman, a fervent revolutionary, and a young mother who risks everything for freedom.
The film, with its focus on human drama, presents a vivid portrait of the horrors of war and the sacrifices made by the innocent in the name of higher ideals. The powerful imagery of urban life, fervent crowds, and the suffering of the dispossessed captivates you and transports you to an era where love and courage are essential for survival. With an emotive narrative and captivating visual style, this story of duality between hope and despair becomes a heart-wrenching journey where, in the end, each character must confront their decisions and deal with the consequences of a world in flames. At the end of the road, will the sisters be able to reunite amidst this chaos?