The story takes place in the Netherlands in the 19th century. Katie (Monica van der Von Monique van de Ven) was born in a very poor family and was forced to make a living, so Katie had to join the ranks of prostitution like her sister. By chance, Katie meets a painter named George (Peter Faber). George is fascinated by Katie's body and invites Katie to act as her mannequin. After that, Katie met the young man Hugo (Rutger Hal Rutger Hauer). For the first time, Katie felt the taste of love, and Hugo fell in love and decided to help Katie redeem herself. However, this romantic relationship was blocked by reality, and in the end, Hugo gave in and married the well-matched daughter. Heartbroken Katie joined the ranks of the revolution and met the aristocratic youth Andre (Eddie Brugman).