In Bnei Brak, Israel, Shmuel and his French Sephardic Jewish family navigate life in a predominantly Ashkenazi community. His son, Rafael, a standout Talmud student, faces barriers when his Sephardic heritage prevents him from entering top yeshivas. Fueled by anger, Shmuel confronts the headmaster over this injustice. When a tragic accident changes their lives, Shmuel struggles with the impact of his actions. Neither By Day Nor by Night explores the complexities of belonging and identity within the Sephardic community.