Based on the original novel by Tokuda Shusei, adapted by frequent Masumura scribe (and renowned director in his own right) Kaneto Shindo, this downbeat melodrama features a battle of women for the affections and commitment of the same man, a handsome car salesman. Masuko (Ayako Wakao) is the number one hostess at a cabaret, living with her lover, ... but finds out that he has a wife. When Masuko’s niece arrives the competition further ratchets up. (Also occasionally known in English as “Inflamation”)

Работница кабаре Масуко узнаёт, что Асаи, который содержит её, на самом деле женат, хотя и несчастен в браке. Она не хочет быть разлучницей, но жизнь преподносит всё новые сюрпризы, и Масуко придётся собрать всю свою волю, чтобы удержать Асаи.