The Double Hour

Sonia, a dedicated maid at a hotel in Turin, witnesses a horrifying event while cleaning a guest's bathroom. The guest tragically jumps from the bedroom window, leading to her death and plunging Sonia into a chilling state of shock.

In search of companionship, Sonia attends a lively speed dating event where she meets Guido, a former policeman turned security guard. Their chemistry sparks instantly, and they enjoy a charming time together, setting the stage for an unexpected friendship.

As they part ways after their delightful encounter, Guido notes the time is 23:23, a magical double hour he believes is significant for making wishes. He cautiously warns Sonia that while wishes can be powerful, they do not always come true, planting a seed of hope and trepidation.

Guido invites Sonia to a serene country villa where he works, hoping to enjoy a romantic walk. However, their idyllic day turns dark when they are ambushed by an armed assailant, resulting in Guido being knocked unconscious and Sonia's harrowing ordeal beginning.

After regaining consciousness, Guido finds himself at the mercy of masked robbers who demand he disable the villa's high-tech security system. As they ransack the place for valuables, the situation escalates dangerously with threats towards Sonia, showcasing the chaos and fear enveloping them.

Guido, fueled by his protective instincts, confronts the leader of the robbers, leading to a frantic struggle that triggers a gunshot. The sound echoes ominously, leaving everyone uncertain about the outcome and marking a pivotal moment in their dark journey.

Following the traumatic encounter, Sonia attempts to return to her daily routine but is haunted by the eerie memories of the events. She frequently sees Guido's face during those haunting double hours, blurring the lines between reality and her fragmented psyche.

Sonia's mental state deteriorates as she faces questioning from Dante, a police officer and former colleague of Guido. During the interrogation, she is startled by a photograph that links her to a visit to Buenos Aires, a place she has never been, deepening her sense of unease.

Sonia learns devastating news about her colleague Margherita, who has committed suicide by jumping from a window. Attending Margherita’s funeral, Sonia is struck by despair, particularly when a priest mistakenly names her instead of the deceased during the service.

Bruno, a familiar hotel guest, offers to comfort Sonia during the funeral, but his intentions are far from genuine. He drugs her and attempts to bury her alive, pushing her towards a horrifying confrontation with death until a familiar figure resembling Guido intervenes.

It is revealed that Sonia has only been unconscious in a hospital for three days, and her harrowing experiences were entirely fabricated by her mind while in a coma. The shocking truth comes to light that both Guido and Margherita are alive, complicating her emotional recovery.

Dante discloses Sonia's troubled past, revealing her participation in a robbery twelve years prior with an ex-boyfriend. Despite the revelations, Guido opts to show compassion instead of judgment, demonstrating a deepening bond and understanding between them.

After hearing Sonia sought him out at the speed-dating event, Guido is filled with suspicion but also desire, leading to a night of passion between them. However, the following day, Sonia expresses her intention to meet with Margherita, sparking fears of betrayal in Guido.

Guido follows Sonia to an airport garage where he witnesses a tense meeting between her and the robbery gang leader, who bears a striking resemblance to him. The chilling discovery reveals a plot against him, convoluting the already tangled lives of the characters.

As the story reaches its climax, Sonia flees to Buenos Aires under a false identity, grappling with her complicated emotions while contemplating at the clock striking 20:20. Meanwhile, Guido, heartbroken, returns to the speed dating scene, leaving audiences with a haunting reminder of their intertwined fates.