In a small French village, tranquility is interrupted by the mysterious arrival of a filmmaker seeking locations for his next project. The peaceful lives of the inhabitants transform into a whirlwind of intrigue and secrets as the outsider begins to film the local people. However, soon strange occurrences unfold, revealing the hidden tensions among the residents, who begin to fear that their lives are being scrutinized as if they were in a movie.
As the filmmaker becomes more involved with the community, he uncovers a series of tragedies and past grievances that have marked its inhabitants. The festive atmosphere of the filming begins to turn oppressive, with rumors floating in the air about a dark buried secret tied to an unresolved disappearance case.
The story critiques the spectator’s gaze and the way others' lives can become objects of curiosity, thus creating a dangerous interplay between reality and fiction. Amidst the beauty of the rural setting and the unsettling atmosphere hovering over the village, each character is forced to confront their own narrative and the consequences of their actions.
As the filmmaker reveals more about the community's past, the climax approaches, and the bonds that connect the characters are put to the test. With a surprising twist, the conclusion redefines what it means to be seen and the true cost of curiosity.