In a small village in Russia, a quiet morning turns into a nightmare when the lifeless body of a prominent industrialist appears in the river. The news spreads like wildfire, triggering a wave of speculation and conspiracy theories. An investigator, accompanied by a young engineer, is assigned to unravel the mystery. As they delve into the victim's personal life, they uncover a dark world filled with secrets, betrayals, and rivalries.
As they dig deeper into the industrialist's relationships, the clues lead them to a beautiful and enigmatic woman harboring a hidden grudge, and to a business partner who seems to have more than just financial interests in the deceased. Tensions rise as witnesses who could shed light on the case begin to mysteriously disappear.
The film intertwines emotional drama with elements of a mystery thriller, as the investigator struggles not only against the clock but also against a web of lies and deceit that ensnares everyone in the village. The atmosphere becomes suffocating, and loyalties are tested until, in an unexpected twist, the true culprit of the tragedy is revealed.
With a focus on human emotions and the repercussions of unchecked ambition, this silent film captures the essence of suspense and moral dilemma, leaving us questioning how far we would go for power and vengeance in a world without a voice.