Polish-born Russian subject Cezary Baryka comes of age during a tumultous period of ten years from 1914 to 1924, during which he witnesses revolution, rebirth of Poland, war with the Soviets and communist plots.

A boy awaits the return of his long-absent emigre father but is disappointed when they finally meet.

The story of one of the most colourful actresses of the Coast. During fifty years of artistic activity she played over two hundred roles.