In 1781, Countess Marie Karolina shelters an influential Abbé, a former Jesuit who vehemently opposes progress. Only Dr. Kamenický dares challenge him, restoring the countess’s zest for life. Her husband, obsessed with finding a hidden treasure, neglects the estate and seduces her ward Renáta. Meanwhile, returning exile Václav’s secret reunion with Frantina in cave hideouts is betrayed by jealous suitor Tomáš, who, with the Abbé’s help, unleashes a violent manhunt.
Countess
Jesuit
Count
Mr. Kamenický
Renáta
Frantina
Tomáš
Celerka
Mr. Bartodějský
Horák
Alžběta
Jan
Dragoon
Old countess
Kryštof
Žanetka
Giovanni
Unknown Role
Caretaker
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Old soldier
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Unknown Role
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Musician
Renáta (voice) / Žanetka (voice)
Mr. Bartodějský (voice)