Thanasis has been trying for years to go to America to make a life for himself, but he can't find a way. One day, a friend advises him to find his namesake, Thanasis, to help him. He searches everywhere but can't find him. Instead, he finds a young girl, Elpida, who is ready to commit suicide. He takes her in where he lives to help her, and little by little, he falls in love with her.