A parable for the end of totalitarianism. Three protagonists - a high official, a secretary, and a border guard - representative of three generations (1948, 1968, 1988) are forced to confront their ideals and places in society through the events of one strange night.

A day before Christmas Eve, a young, inexperienced doctor starts his first night shift on his own. All of his more skilled colleagues have left to spend some time with their families. There are no signs which would indicate that this calm night will change into a struggle for not only a child's life, but also a professional and personal credentialing.

喜欢Juraj Jakubisko的《Perinbaba》的人应该同样会喜欢这部幻想片吧。风格相近，斯洛伐克在80年代拍过不少很有意思的古装幻想片。 Based on the fairy tale "The Black Wind" by the Brothers Grimm. The story of a king who cursed by a wizard, he sickens so serious that only il water life can help. Following start of the three sons of the king, but only the small successful in its search. They not only drive the precious resource, but also to his future wife.