Biography of a Brazilian dancer who lived on an island and practiced nudism when it was forbidden by law.

Two contrasting social groups get in touch: three architects and three street urchins, all struggling for survival.

With death getting near, a retired officer remembers the most important passages in his life and his participation in historical events in Brazil, such as the Lieutenants' Movement, and the 1964 coup.

Tereza tries to leave her past and forge her own destiny and happiness by going through several affairs.