NO!SE follows the fragile dynamics within Marco Da Silva Contreiras's family. Their eleven-year-old daughter, Marie-Hélène, wants to become a dancer at all costs. She dreams of following in the footsteps of her mother, Isabella, who once danced herself. But Isabella, a successful criminal lawyer, fiercely opposes this. To her, the dance world is no longer a place of beauty, but of pain: as a child, she was abused by her own teacher, and that past colors her view of her daughter's future.

Marco chooses the other side. He encourages Marie-Hélène, stands by her side, and stimulates her talent. What begins as loving support grows into a source of deep tension within the marriage. The rift between Marco and Isabella widens, and the unspoken traumas and conflicts become untenable. Ultimately, this leads to a break within the family.

Marie-Hélène perseveres, against her mother's wishes. She becomes a successful dancer, driven by passion and determination. Meanwhile, Isabella throws herself into her work and does whatever it takes to finally bring the man who abused her as a child to justice – a battle that both tears her apart and gives her strength.

Then comes the diagnosis. Marco is struck by multiple sclerosis. His body slowly weakens, his independence vanishes. In a final act of self-determination, he chooses euthanasia. The farewell is heartbreaking, but also brings an unexpected reunion: in the loss of Marco, Isabella and Marie-Hélène find each other again.

NO!SE is an intimate and intense family drama about love and fault lines, about the power of art and the shadow of trauma. It shows how people – despite everything – seek connection, even in the darkest moments.

RU!S is a moving and inspiring story about following and pursuing your dreams and the power of family. The film tells not only the story of Marie-Hélène's personal growth as a dancer, but also the confrontation with her mother's fears and traumas that prevent her from supporting her daughter in her passion.

This story is based on true events and delivers a strong message of hope, perseverance, and the importance of family.

NO!SE wants to convey the message to the viewer that, despite the obstacles and challenges in life, it is important to pursue your dreams and never give up, no matter how difficult it may be.