In the dark middle ages, young unruly Goldmund is sent to a monastery by his father to atone for the sins of his mother, who abandoned them. There, he meets Narcissus, a brilliant, scholarly novice who is introverted and aloof. A unique and deep life-long friendship is born. Narcissus chooses to remain detached from the world in prayer and meditation. Goldmund, passionate, sensual and impulsive, runs away from the monastery to live a picaresque wanderer’s life, his amorous and artistic adventures leading him to discover the extremes of both ecstasy and pain. Several thrilling years pass until one day these friends cross paths again...

Bishop Nicholas, during a time of famine in Myra, asks sailors carrying grain to Egypt for help. Miraculously, the grain multiplies in their ships, ensuring no shortages when they arrive. Another story tells of a child killed by a disguised devil on St. Nicholas' festival day. The grieving father prays to St. Nicholas, who resurrects the child. In a backdrop of Christian persecution, Bishop Nicholas's unwavering faith and miracles shape his legacy.

Victorie Stastná fulfills her dream of studying acting at the academy in Prague. But she soon discovers that her original ideals don't match with reality. She becomes a part of a group of students who understand acting career in a very different way than she does. In a world of parties, where "being successful" is to be seen in the tabloids, Victorie gets far beyond her personal moral principles. How far will she be willing to go to get the success?