SYNOPSIS

Călina, a 32-year-old mother, reaches a breaking point when her controlling partner, Tudor, decides to move their three-year-old daughter, Sara, to their hometown. Burdened by his past manipulation and a history of consent issues in their relationship, Călina seeks an escape by volunteering to shelter refugees in Bucharest, in a bar she is due to open soon. She takes Sara back with her, hoping to reclaim some control amidst her chaotic life, which is further complicated by a new, already regrettable relationship with Bogdan, as well as the presence of her ex-boyfriend, Andrei, who offers to help transport humanitarian supplies. Tudor unexpectedly appears in Bucharest, offering to transfer the bar's ownership to Călina. When she doesn't react as he had anticipated, Tudor leaves with Sara. After Călina learns that the refugees will no longer arrive at the bar, she heads to the border with Andrei and Bogdan to deliver supplies and bring refugees back to Bucharest. However, their mission quickly devolves into absurd chaos: they leave the supplies in the wrong place, the refugees refuse their help, and the volunteers are tired, disorganised and incoherent. Amidst this disarray, Călina confronts Bogdan, pushing back against his attempts to plan their future together. She also confronts Andrei, realising his supposed help was driven by more than just friendship. Ultimately, Călina is forced to confront not only the men in her life but also the difficult choices that will shape her future and her relationship with her daughter. Overwhelmed by a profound sense of uselessness as the refugee effort collapses, Călina reluctantly accepts that, for Sara's stability, it might be best for her to stay with Tudor for a while.