During one of the hottest summers in Berlin, Antonia, a single mother of one and an overworked hotel housekeeper, drops her son off at the bus station. But once again, she is late for work. As a result, Antonia flirts with dismissal. Then, as one thing leads to another, Antonia has a chance encounter with Julius Pass. He is a famous blind portrait artist on pins and needles, waiting for his big exhibition opening. And having lost faith in herself, nothing can prepare Antonia for the unforgettable experience that awaits her.—Nick Riganas