The comedy is set in 1961 in Turkmenistan, which, along with other republics of the Soviet Union, is on the verge of developed socialism. The main character succumbs to the charms of a beautiful Roma woman who arranges a date with him in the forest.
When Hydro-Québec announced its intention to proceed with the enormous James Bay II hydroelectric project, the 15,000 Cree who live in the region decided to stand up to the giant utility.
A Catholic school newcomer falls in with a clique of teen witches who wield their powers against all who dare to cross them -- be they teachers, rivals or meddlesome parents.
A doctor and his wife move to a new city where they plan to start a new life. However, trouble strikes in the form of a police inspector who gets completely obsessed with the doctor's wife.