Director: Tadeusz Chmielewski
1978
A drama set in a small town where, during the Christmas season, several young boys are brutally murdered. Commissioner Herman, who is pursuing the killer, struggles with mounting pressure from the townspeople who expect the culprit to be caught quickly to ensure peace during the holidays. Against the backdrop of the investigation, a conflict unfolds between Herman and his teenage son, who, faced with tragedy, becomes increasingly rebellious and rejects his father's authority. As the investigation gains momentum, it becomes clear that the case is more complex than Herman initially thought—not only criminal but also deeply psychological and cultural, tied to the inner struggles of the characters and undisclosed secrets within the local community. The film blends crime elements with family drama, exploring the boundaries between justice and sacrifice, and depicting the difficult choices the characters must make, both within their families and in the fight against the violence that affects the youngest victims.