Ahmed, 18, is French of Algerian origin. He grew up in the Parisian suburbs. On the benches of the university, he meets Farah, a young Tunisian full of energy recently arrived from Tunis. While discovering a body of sensual and erotic Arabic literature that he never knew existed, Ahmed falls deeply in love with this girl, and although literally overwhelmed by desire, he will try to resist it.

Serge is a former successful motocross driver, still recovering from a serious accident. He still hangs around the country circuits, limping. Unable to give up his former life, he does not realize that not only his relationship with his girlfriend Elsa, but his whole life, is falling apart.

Since their mother's death, Sam has had to look after his younger brother Ben, an awkward and silent young man. Broke and overwhelmed by their situation, Sam starts making Ben take part in some very strange evening events.