Two Soviet partisans venture out to scavenge for food in the harsh winter of World War II, only to be arrested by a Nazi patrol after finding a sheep at a German official's home. While one partisan remains loyal to his convictions, refusing to betray his comrades despite brutal torture, the other is torn between loyalty and self-preservation.

The Ascent
Two Soviet partisans embark on a treacherous winter expedition to forage for sustenance, navigating the harsh environment while confronting the darkness within themselves.