The close bond of twins Raphael and Rémi is visibly crumbling. While one, handicapped remains trapped in childhood, the other takes the first steps towards young adulthood. During the last summer in the middle of nature, time seems to stand still.

Independence Day in Athens. A girl is not allowed to play with the boys. Neither is a small boy, an immigrant’s son. The girl lights a small fire and tells a small lie about the boy. Small lies easily get out of control. So do small racist fires.

One summer day, the family commemorates Uncle Botão, the Colonial War and his emigration to France.  For thirty years he worked as a rubbish collector, bringing old objects to life with great imagination, becoming an inspiring example for all!

In an after-school catch-up class, 16-year-old student Ria goes up against her teacher English, Emily. The class raises racial tensions and social issues that soon prove to be particularly relevant to the youngsters in the class!

Milo lives at a home for young angry, maladjusted girls where the employee NICKI is the only close relation they have because he supports their gender transition. But behind the thin walls of the institution the rumors swirl between the girls and one day Milo hears something they wish they hadn’t…