Northern France in a little town, 1941. Blanche is a proud mother of three. Their marriage is strained because Victor, the husband, frequently goes out after dark. The truth is that Victor is a member of the underground Resistance movement. Blanche will soon join the ranks of the resisters. Germinal, a barber, is also a part of the system. Marie, his daughter, is well-versed in everything and eager to participate. A history of the occupation and the resistance as seen by women.