Slavo watched Italian fascists murder his parents and brother, rendering him mute. He exiled himself from his village, preferring to live a feral life alone in his grief. Then he meets Blazenka who awakens a purpose to live. But even she isn't able to coax a word out of him. This damaged boy with a glimmer of hope has no voice to engage. Can true love triumph over evil fascists, war, and Blazenka's village imploring her to shun him?