A rebellious young man falls for a newcomer in a female band, sparking an intense romance that soon spirals into chaos as his troubled nature drives them apart. Years later, they cross paths again, but time has changed him—now seeking stability, though at a great cost. Directed by PAI Ching-jui, this film masterfully blends intricate character arcs with the stylistic influences of Soviet montage realism, Italian neorealism, and the emotional depth of American melodrama.