A man is shipwrecked on a deserted tropical island. Alone and desperate to escape, he tries repeatedly to construct rafts out of bamboo. Each time he sets sail, an unseen force destroys his rafts, forcing him to swim back to the island. Amid his struggle for survival, he encounters a giant red turtle that seems to thwart his every attempt to leave. Over time, he grows increasingly frustrated and despairing, feeling trapped by the relentless obstacles the sea turtle presents.

One day, the man confronts the turtle on the beach in a moment of anger and desperation. This encounter leads to an unexpected transformation that alters the course of his existence on the island. As he navigates this new reality, the man learns to coexist with nature, finding a sense of peace and understanding in his solitude. The story unfolds in a poignant and visually stunning manner, exploring themes of isolation, harmony, and the deeper connections between humans and the natural world.