In a dark and tumultuous 17th century England, terror erupts in a rural village when an unyielding witch hunter arrives in the region. This religious fanatic, armed to the teeth with an almost supernatural power, is dedicated to exterminating those he deems heretics, using brutal and ruthless methods.
The story follows a young soldier who finds himself trapped in this nightmare. After returning home and discovering that his beloved village has fallen under the control of the merciless hunter and his acolytes, he joins a pair of lovers who seek to escape the brutality. However, the situation turns disastrously dangerous when the young woman is accused of witchcraft.
As the hunter unleashes his fury, the soldier becomes the only ray of hope to save the woman he loves. Yet, facing a man who moves with such conviction and fanaticism is like fighting against a hurricane. Set against a backdrop of horror and persecution, the tension escalates as both men collide in a tragic duel of wills. The film captures the essence of paranoia and oppression, exploring themes of power, manipulation, and the cost of belief. With striking visual style and a haunting atmosphere, it becomes a disturbing portrait of fanaticism that feels as relevant today as in its time.