In the wild west of the late 19th century, a solitary hunter named James (played by Charles Bronson) embarks on a desperate quest that will lead him to confront his own demons. After losing his family in a violent ambush, James becomes a wandering bounty hunter, carrying not only his rifle but also the weight of deep sorrow and vengeance.
When rumors about the appearance of a mystical white buffalo, said to represent death, begin to circulate, James feels that his fate is intertwined with this creature. Drawn by the legend, he ventures into the vast plains, where he encounters a series of eccentric characters, from indigenous people who venerate the buffalo to rival bounty hunters. Each encounter reveals more about his past and challenges him to confront his pain.
As the story unfolds, the hunt for the buffalo becomes a metaphor for James's internal struggle. Torn between revenge and redemption, his journey transforms into an odyssey of self-discovery. With an atmosphere charged with melancholy and tension, the film explores themes such as loss, hatred, and the pursuit of peace in a world marked by violence. Ultimately, James must decide whether his true enemy is the white buffalo or the resentment that has consumed him for so long.