In a southern factory town, where opportunities are few and boredom a daily challenge, new arrival Veleno (15) becomes unlikely friends with Zaza, a talented young footballer hoping to be spotted by a major team. One day, Annalisa, a mysterious, tormented and beautiful woman, tries to jump off the church roof becoming an instant legend among the locals and a source of wonder and passion for the boys. They become devoted to taking care of her until the unwanted advances of a drug dealer forces Zaza to protect her and damn his future.