In World War II Europe, a resourceful British art professor named Paul Smith leads an apparently tranquil life in London. However, behind his facade of academicism, he hides a secret identity: he is a daring rescuer of Jews persecuted by the Nazis. His alter ego, a cunning hero, uses his wits and resources to help those in danger, posing as an ordinary man while facing the sinister plans of the regime.
When Smith learns that a group of Jews is being captured in France, he decides to take action. Using his art as a cover, he travels to the continent, where he comes face to face with the relentless Nazi war machine and a cruel officer determined to stop him. With the help of some unexpected allies, including a group of brave local resistance fighters, Smith embarks on a dangerous mission to save the innocent from the clutches of the Third Reich.
Set against a backdrop of tension and danger, the story unfolds with unexpected twists, humor, and poignant moments, as Smith fights not only for the lives of those he tries to rescue but also for his own beliefs and the essence of what it means to be human in times of despair. The film combines action and drama, leaving the viewer reflecting on sacrifice and bravery in the struggle against oppression.