Girl with a Suitcase

Aida, a beautiful but struggling nightclub singer, arrives in Parma with hopes of starting anew after being abandoned by her lover, who promised her a better life but left her with nothing except her suitcase. Homeless and alone, she seeks out Marcello, a wealthy young man who had shown her kindness before. However, when Marcello’s family intervenes and sends her away to protect their reputation, Aida finds herself stranded on the city’s outskirts, desperate for support and stability in an unfamiliar place.

In her search for help, Aida encounters Lorenzo, Marcello’s sensitive teenage brother, who becomes captivated by her vulnerability. Despite his privileged background and sheltered upbringing, Lorenzo is moved by Aida’s plight and decides to assist her. He offers her emotional comfort and discreet support, challenging his own innocence as he navigates his growing feelings for the older woman. Their connection deepens as they share quiet moments and confessions, but social constraints and the differences in their ages and social classes stand in the way of any simple resolution. Persistently searching for compassion and purpose, Aida continues to drift through a series of chance encounters that test her resilience, while Lorenzo is forced to confront harsh truths about love and responsibility.