An Easy Girl

Naïma recently celebrated her 16th birthday, marking a significant milestone in her life as a high school student. Living modestly with her mother in Cannes, this moment symbolizes her transition into adulthood and the uncertain future that lies ahead.

Naïma is set to start a summer internship as a chef in the hotel kitchen where her mother works as a chambermaid. However, she grapples with her feelings of uncertainty about this opportunity and what it might entail for her future.

Sofia, Naïma's 22-year-old cousin, arrives unexpectedly from Paris to spend summer holidays with her. Intrigued by Sofia's carefree and adventurous lifestyle, Naïma begins to look up to her as a mentor.

Sofia shares her cynical views on love and relationships with Naïma, encouraging her to embrace sensations instead of romantic attachments. This conversation profoundly influences Naïma as she navigates her own feelings and desires.

As a birthday gift, Sofia surprises Naïma with a stylish baby-pink Chanel handbag that mirrors her own. This gift reinforces the bond between the cousins and symbolizes a shift in Naïma’s self-image.

At a nightclub, Naïma and Sofia meet two older men, Andrès and Philippe, who invite the girls onto their luxury yacht. The evening reveals the allure of wealth and the different dynamics between the girls and the men.

After Dodo’s friends call out to him on the yacht, a conflict arises between him and Sofia. This tension exposes the differing values between Naïma's close friend and her cousin, leading to a heated argument.

Naïma accidentally witnesses an intimate encounter between Sofia and Andrès on the yacht. This moment marks a turning point in Naïma's understanding of adult relationships and complicates her feelings toward her cousin.

The next day, Naïma and Sofia indulge in a shopping spree at a high-end boutique, purchasing an array of expensive items on Andrès's credit. This extravagant spending highlights Sofia's influence on Naïma and the allure of materialism.

Naïma decides to get a tattoo that states 'carpe diem' on her lower back, mirroring Sofia’s tattoo. This act signifies her desire to seize the moment and embrace the carefree lifestyle that Sofia epitomizes.

On a whim, Naïma chooses to skip her audition with Dodo and joins Sofia, Andrès, and Philippe on a yacht trip to Italy. This decision reflects her growing independence and her desire for adventure.

During the yacht trip, Sofia impresses Calypso, a rich friend of Philippe, with her knowledge of literature. However, a casual remark about her cosmetic surgery raises implications about societal pressures on beauty.

After returning to the yacht, Andrès accuses Sofia and Naïma of stealing a valuable sextant, leading to their expulsion from the yacht. This dramatic moment tests the bond between the cousins and raises questions about trust.

Upon returning home, Naïma discovers that Sofia has left without informing her, deepening her feelings of abandonment. Philippe reassures Naïma of her worth before departing, offering her a brief glimpse of kindness amidst turmoil.

Three months later, Naïma has embraced a new path by training to become a chef. She decides to sell the extravagant items bought during her summer adventures, choosing to keep just the Chanel handbag as a token of her experiences and growth.