[1] The black-and-white film is based on the 1940 stage play Brudstykker af et mønster (lit.

The gritty romantic drama received critical praise for its authentic portrayal of everyday life.

[2] Two common working-class people, Robert and Jenny, meet one day in a bar.

After Robert defends Jenny against her date, a district attorney's chauffeur, who is trying to get her drunk, they begin a relationship.

The film ends with the couple declaring that in spite of their ancient unfortunate circumstances, they have at least one another, after which they embrace each other.