In the American West of 1892, the tension between settlers and Native Americans reaches a boiling point. Captain Joseph J. Blocker, a battle-hardened veteran of the frontier wars, receives an unusual order: he must escort a Comanche prisoner, Chief Yellow Hawk, and his family back to their homeland in Montana. Blocker, who has lost many of his men in battles against the Indigenous people, is reluctant to carry out this mission, but he has no choice, as disobeying his superiors is not an option.
As the group progresses, the journey becomes a visceral and heartbreaking experience. The constant threat of attacks by other Indigenous people and outlaws in the territory adds a sense of urgency and danger to the backdrop. Along the way, the captain and Chief Yellow Hawk are forced to confront their prejudices and the ghosts of their past, as violence and sorrow intertwine with moments of humanity and understanding.
The arrival of a white woman, who has witnessed the brutality of the conflict, adds a new dynamic to the group. What begins as a journey filled with hatred and mistrust transforms into a space where norms are challenged and the complexities of redemption are explored. At its core, the story delves into the struggle for peace and the salvation of a world fractured by war and misunderstandings.