The eyes of innocence

In a quiet seaside town, young Gilberte arrives with her mother, Mme. Armand, hoping for a fresh start after the loss of a husband. Their brief stay at a modest pension is marked by tender exchanges, whispered hopes about a pending letter, and the simple pleasures of an autumn beach. When a sudden, inexplicable tragedy strikes and Gilberte finds her mother dead, the world she knew collapses into confusion and grief.

Caught between sorrow and unanswered questions, Gilberte faces the uneasy eyes of officials and the murmurs of locals as she tries to piece together the moments that led to the loss. The narrative follows her early attempts to understand the mystery surrounding the death, while the gentle rhythm of the town’s daily life continues around her. It is a portrait of innocence confronting the harsh realities of loss, and the first steps of a young woman toward seeking truth.