In a working-class neighborhood of Turin, a metallurgist named Mimì lives a quiet life working in a factory. However, his world takes an unexpected turn when he falls in love with a young woman, the girlfriend of a local mobster. This forbidden love triggers a series of events that alter his life and the lives of those around him. Mimì is a noble fellow, but he is also fearful and somewhat naïve, which leads him to underestimate the danger posed by the criminal family he faces.
When the situation becomes unbearable and violence looms over him, he decides to defend his honor and win back his beloved at all costs. In the midst of a struggle between love and vengeance, he confronts his own demons and a world where the rules are set by those who live outside the law. The film faces the harsh reality of working life, betrayal, and the cost of following one's heart.
With a backdrop of social critique, Mimì's story turns into a journey of self-discovery, where he is compelled to question his values and the essence of honor. As the tension rises, a poignant yet heartbreaking portrait unfolds of a man caught between his desire for love and the tough decisions he must make to protect what he holds most dear.