In a small town in the southern United States, a misfit young man named Tolly grapples with his ambitions and internal demons. With an explosive temperament and an innate talent for writing, he finds his way to freedom through his passion for poetry. However, life in the countryside does not provide the escape he longs for, and he soon becomes embroiled in a love triangle that complicates his life even further.
Tolly is drawn to two very different women: the sweet and innocent Betty, who represents the stability and security that his chaotic life cannot offer him, and the seductive and rebellious Cilla, who introduces him to a world of passion and danger. As he navigates between these two loves, Tolly must confront his own fears and the harsh reality of his environment.
The arrival of a new teacher, who becomes a mentor to Tolly, offers him a different perspective on his future and inspires him to pursue his dreams, but the tensions in his personal life lead him to an emotional crisis. As conflicts intensify and decisions become more difficult, Tolly must find his way in a world that seems to be against him. In a journey of self-discovery and struggle, he will confront not only his destiny but also the meaning of love and freedom in a context where social expectations weigh more heavily than his own aspirations.