Signe and Thomas are in an unhealthy, competitive relationship that takes a vicious turn when Thomas suddenly breaks through as a contemporary artist. In response, Signe makes a desperate attempt to regain her status by creating a new persona hell-bent on attracting attention and sympathy.
A Syrian refugee is forced to hide in the house of a Norwegian citizen in order to avoid deportation. The situation grows tense as the two lonely strangers struggle to find common ground.