A taxi driver decides to take part in a robbery to earn money for the treatment of his sick wife.

A young teacher and a conservative mayor fight over influence in a village in Western Poland, all while falling in love with each other.

A young actor preparing for the part of Macbeth recalls his wartime memories connected with his mentor.

Set in the Middle Ages the film tells the story of a wonder child, the little sculptor Wawrzek, who goes to work for a great master, Wit Stwosz. The story culminates in the unveiling of Stwosz's greatest masterpiece, the Altar of St. Mary's Church in Cracow.