Brazil, 1977, during the military dictatorship. Marcelo, a 40-year-old technology expert, moves from bustling São Paulo to the quieter city of Recife. Marcelo is trying to evade government agents who want to arrest him for subversive activities. He arrives in Recife during Carnival week, hoping to reunite with his son, but soon realizes that the city will not be the refuge he is seeking. Marcelo notices he is being followed…