A successful Manhattan lawyer, feeling burdened by the monotony of his daily routine and strained marital life, makes a drastic decision to disappear without warning. One evening, after returning home from work, he impulsively hides in the attic of his garage, which offers a concealed view of his own house. From this vantage point, he begins to spy on his wife and children, who are left bewildered by his sudden absence. The lawyer rationalizes his choice as an escape from responsibilities and a test of how life would continue without him.

As days turn into weeks, he scavenges for food in nearby trash cans and watches his family adjust to life without him. His hidden presence allows him to reflect deeply on his personal failures, relationships, and the unspoken feelings he harbors toward his family. Throughout this period, he oscillates between wanting to return to his old life and the allure of remaining in the shadows, unseen and unfettered by societal expectations. Eventually, the man's observations and internal struggles lead him to a new understanding of his own identity and the impact of his actions on those he loves.