Incendies follows the story of Jeanne and Simon Marwan, twins living in Canada who are shocked by their mother Nawal's last wishes. In her will, Nawal requests that her children deliver two sealed letters: one to their long-lost brother, and the other to their unknown father.
As Jeanne and Simon set out to fulfill their mother's wishes, they uncover a dark and complex family history that takes them back to their mother's homeland in the Middle East. Through a series of flashbacks, the film reveals Nawal's traumatic past, including her imprisonment and torture as a political prisoner, as well as her forbidden love affair with a refugee.
As Jeanne and Simon delve deeper into their mother's past, they are confronted with shocking revelations about their own origins and the deep-seated conflicts that have torn their family apart. The twins must confront the legacy of hatred and violence that has marked their family for generations, while also coming to terms with their own identities and the power of forgiveness.
Incendies is a gripping and emotional exploration of the impact of war and violence on individuals and families, as well as a poignant meditation on the enduring power of love and resilience in the face of tragedy.