The story is told through a series of intimate conversations and memories, where the main character reflects on his extramarital affairs and complex relationships with several women. As the plot unfolds, we are drawn into a world where love and deception are intertwined and the boundaries between truth and fiction are constantly challenged.

The film explores not only the consequences of infidelity, but also the psychological intricacies of desire, jealousy, and personal identity. The title of the film, Tromperie, means “deception,” and reflects the pervasive theme of dishonesty that runs through the story. Each character’s motivations are clouded by deception, whether it is a lie told to protect their feelings or a self-deception to rationalize their actions.

The writer’s relationship with his wife, played by Anouk Grinberg, is complicated by his emotional and sexual relationships with other women, including a passionate affair with Léa Seydoux’s character. The characters’ development is marked by moments of tenderness, guilt, and emotional vulnerability, all of which are explored through the film’s thoughtful and introspective dialogue.