In a dark German city during the 1930s, peace is shattered by a series of horrendous crimes. A mysterious child killer, whose presence feels more like a shadow than a human being, sows panic and distrust among the citizens. The police, desperate to find the culprit, launch an intense manhunt but lack concrete leads. Meanwhile, the city’s criminal community, weary of the authorities' attention, bands together to conduct their own hunt.
As tensions rise, a group of gangsters decides to take matters into their own hands and begins their own investigations. Chaos intensifies and paranoia grips everyone, leading people to make drastic decisions. In the midst of this climate of fear, we encounter a central character, an enigmatic man whose motivations and personal traumas are gradually revealed. Through dark encounters and unexpected twists, the film explores the thin line that separates justice from revenge, calling into question the morality of its characters.
With striking visual style and a captivating narrative, the story challenges the viewer's perception of good and evil, serving as a profound reflection on human nature that resonates even today. The tension mounts, and everything heads toward an explosive climax, where the truth finally comes to light.