Hugo is a writer whose one great book was based on an affair he had with Lea, a sculptor. Bereft of inspiration for a follow-up, Hugo returns years later to rekindle the flame of romance and creativity. Lea soundly rejects him, and her student Prudence feels a burning hatred for the man who deserted the teacher she admires.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Charlotte RamplingLéa Uéno | Léa Uéno |
 Myriem RousselPrudence | Prudence |
 Andrzej ŻuławskiHugo Pierjoyre | Hugo Pierjoyre |
 Béatrice AgeninAgatha | Agatha |