In the heart of the 19th century, we follow the life of a young woman marked by the shadow of her famous father, the renowned novelist Victor Hugo. Adèle, a passionate woman brimming with desires, struggles to find her own identity in a world that seems to be against her. From the very beginning, it is clear that her life is not merely an echo of her parent's works; her story unfolds in a frantic quest for love and acceptance.
Adèle falls hopelessly in love with a young soldier, but her love is not reciprocated as she wishes. Driven by her intense emotions, she decides to follow him across Europe, traveling from bustling Paris to the exotic landscapes of Nova Scotia. As her search progresses, she faces loneliness and madness, caught between the expectations of society and her own desires.
The film is a heart-wrenching journey that portrays the struggle to find a place in the world and the sacrifices that love can demand. With an impressive performance that captures the essence of human vulnerability, this story reveals how the shadows of the past can influence the present. Adèle is not simply an overshadowed figure; she is a woman seeking her voice and her place in a world that seems to deny her, exploring the thin line between madness and passion. A profound and moving cinematic experience that invites us to reflect on the human condition.