Seedy bar, tango atmosphere, a game of tricks, a pregnant waitress who is mistreated by her boss, who later leaves her on the street with her newborn son. That child, named Faxman by an old illusionist, grows up and becomes that very thing, and tours different cities in Argentina with his show. During a performance, Faxman meets Candelaria, who becomes his assistant and also the love of his life.