Set in 1950s Sicily, the film follows Ignazio, a recently widowed father of three boys. He hires a beautiful and sensual young maid named Angela (Laura Antonelli) to help with the household. While Ignazio is attracted to her, it's his teenage son Nino (Alessandro Momo) who becomes obsessively infatuated with her.

As Angela flirts and subtly manipulates those around her, a provocative power play unfolds in the house. Nino spies on her, fantasizes, and competes with his own father for her affection, leading to emotional tension, comedic moments, and steamy drama.