After five years in prison, Tony le Stéphanois reunites with friends Jo and Mario Ferrati, who propose a jewel heist from Mappin and Webb Ltd. Tony declines, but later agrees to steal a jewelry safe with the help of Jo, Mario, and expert Cesar. They succeed, but Cesar's mistake of giving his mistress a valuable ring puts their plan at risk.
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A meticulously orchestrated heist goes awry due to the unpredictable nature of human emotions and actions.