Carlos is a young man from the São Paulo middle class who works for a big company during a time when foreign automobile industries were settling in Brazil. Shortly after, he accepts a job at a factory that makes automobile parts, where he becomes manager. To a certain extent, he is a family man who works hard, earns well and lives unsatisfied. Without any prospects in his life to change the condition he rejects, his last resort is escaping.

Man finds a job as a dog catcher, but feels sorry for the animals and sets them free.

A young woman lives a blend of reality and fantasy, actively participating in the games of the wealthy and carefree youth of São Paulo/Guarujá. In love with a Portuguese actor, she envisions a great romantic relationship.