Witnessing the accidental death of a young fan accentuates the inner turmoil of a beautiful actress. Whilst trying out a new play, she is shocked to find very close parallels between the plot and her own persona. Previously she has never faced up to reality and has escaped aided by alcohol, men and professional indulgence. This time however she is forced to question the validity of her personal and professional relationship, and finally resolves the dilemmas which lie not only at the core of the play in which she is performing, but in the basic realities of her own existence.