Based on Edvard Radzinsky's play, the story critically examines the difficulties of a Soviet film production.

Young nurse Satu Santala falls in love with Somali medical student Adam Osman. When Satu's pregnancy is revealed, the couple encounters racism among their friends and family, and Satu's alcoholic colleague Pena, who persecutes her in the name of love, proves to be a danger to the couple's relationship.