Tomek lives only with his mother, because his father, Alek, left for the USA to earn some money. Unexpectedly, the man arrives home with a bunch of presents but no explanation as to why he has come back. Everybody seems happy but something is in the air. As time goes by, it is noticeable that Alek struggles with a strong addiction from alcohol, which gradually destroys Tomek’s family and his childhood. The boy needs to grow up very fast and face a reality that no child should have to endure.