Le bec fin is a renowned institution where two types of customers go: some choose and others are chosen. Roland decided to be chosen. He has an appointment at 9 a.m.

1956. Algeria is a French colony. Fernand and Helene are madly in love. Fernand is an activist, fighting for independence alongside the Algerians. Helene is fighting for Fernand’s life. History will irrevocably change the course of their destiny.