In a port city in France, the worlds of crime and sexuality intertwine in a dark and seductive way. Querelle, a charismatic and tormented sailor, arrives seeking to escape his own reality and the weight of his repressed desires. The atmosphere of the city is tense, laden with dangers and temptations, where violence and seduction shake hands on every corner.
During his stay, Querelle encounters a disreputable nightclub, run by a mysterious owner who arouses a curiosity he cannot resist. As he delves deeper into this world filled with sins and secrets, Querelle engages in passionate relationships with both men and women, exploring his own sexuality in a dance of control and surrender. His life becomes an emotional labyrinth where decisions become increasingly complicated.
The story transforms into a visually striking exploration of human desires and the boundaries of morality. Blending a tone of melancholy and sensuality, Querelle struggles with his identity and the love he feels for a fellow sailor, who represents both liberation and betrayal. With choices that impact his life and those around him, the film takes the viewer on a journey through pleasure and pain, where each encounter can be both liberating and destructive. In the end, Querelle must face the consequences of his choices in a world that does not forgive.