A Woman in Flames

Eva, an upper-class housewife, grows frustrated with her marriage and leaves her arrogant husband. She is drawn to the idea of becoming a call girl as a way to redefine her life. This decision marks a shift from domestic routine to a dangerous world of desire and power.

With the help of Yvonne, a prostitute, Eva begins to learn the basics of client work. Yvonne mentors her through the early steps and they plan how to find clients together. This mentorship marks the practical start of Eva's transformation.

They hit the city streets, looking for janes and johns to service. They discuss strategies and safety while building a routine. The search turns Eva's life into a daily enterprise rather than a fantasy.

Eva encounters a charming man and goes to his house for a late-night tryst. She soon discovers that he is not just a client but a gigolo, complicating their relationship. The romance quickly settles into a shared arrangement that blends love with work.

They move into his penthouse, which is spacious enough for both of them to offer their services separately. The living arrangement blends personal life with professional duties as they cultivate their client networks. The luxury setting underlines Eva's new power and independence.

Eva gradually enters the world of sado-masochism and domination, finding it deeply satisfying. She takes pride in controlling others and the pleasure of causing pain. The turning point comes in a scene where a man hides under a table, and she crushes his hands with her stiletto heels.

Chris grows jealous and wants to know what is happening upstairs and how Eva earns so much money. He learns that her income comes from hurting men, which unsettles him. He also grows suspicious of a boyfriend or client of his who seems to get Eva's attention.

One day, Chris sneaks up to observe Eva dominating a man tied to a chair. He reads her confident satisfaction and realizes this is who she truly is. The moment solidifies the rift between them.

Chris tries to whisk Eva away, buying her furs and talking about marriage. Eva resists his plan and reveals a troubling dream: she imagines hitting him, and in the dream he seems to like it. The relationship teeters on the edge as their visions diverge.

Chris panics, takes all their money, and invests it in a restaurant that Eva refuses to join. The financial blow triggers a break in trust and a looming confrontation. The couple's bond deteriorates as greed and fear take over.

Eva attempts to walk away from Chris, but he attacks her, throws her against the wall, pours alcohol on her, and lights her on fire. She escapes unharmed, highlighting her resilience amid the violence of their power dynamic. The incident marks a violent turning point in their relationship.

In the final scene, Eva remains unscathed and is happy with her friend—the sex worker or madame. They are shown being thrown out of Chris's bar, signaling a new start free from his control. The ending emphasizes Eva's continued independence and friendship in the sex-work world.