In Rome it hasn’t rained for three years and the lack of water is overturning rules and habits. Through the city dying of thirst and prohibitions moves a chorus of people, young and old, marginalised and successful, victims and profiteers. Their lives are linked in a single design, while each seeks his or her deliverance.
Businessman Leonardo, loves women especially model/student Francesca, who appreciates the attention but refuses to succumb to his charms. He then meets writer Emanuelle, who offers him a true sexual challenge.
In Hanna's life everything suddenly seems to fall apart. Accused of her husband's heinous murder, she is forced to flee to Hungary to defend the only reason for living she has left; the child she is carrying. In Budapest she will seek help from her cousin Hugo, who will drag her into a spiral of violence involving a dark past and a bloodline to reckon with.
