After seven years in prison, Rudy Vandekerckhove has set himself two clear objectives: to get back to work as a washing machine repairman, and - more importantly - to become reconciled with the family he left behind. But despite the help and support of retired hairdresser Denise and his friend Rachid, his plans fail. Just when a reunion looks likely, the past gets the upper hand again and Rudy has to take the toughest decision of his life.