Silas struggles with a gloomy and vicious rush of thoughts that makes him disgusted with those around him. He tries to seek help from his father, but an unpleasant experience sends Silas on a destructive journey where past and present meet. Silas must resort to desperate means to overcome the demons he inherited from his father.

Danish soldier Esben fakes his own death in an attempt to flee the war and reunite with his beloved wife Kirstine and their son Karl after being apart for three years. However, everything has changed while he has been away. A charming German officer has taken over the role as the family’s father and is courting Kirstine. While hiding in his own attic, Esben witnesses this very real nightmare and must do everything in his power to survive, win back the love of Kirstine and save his family.