The life of Jack and Grace Angel, who recently became husband wife, seems ideal. Jack is a passionate lawyer who has not lost a single case. Grace is a happy housewife and impeccable keeper of the hearth, she cooks beautifully and skillfully looks after the garden. They seem to have everything in their lives. Their dinner parties are at the highest level, their home amazes with comfort and perfect order... But what happens in it when the front door closes behind the last guest?