A popular religious leader falsely accused of treason by the post-WWII communist government. He withstands psychological torture and sleep deprivation, eventually breaking under extended solitary confinement. He publicly confesses to fabricated charges to purge his perceived spiritual vanity, but privately maintains his faith and refuses to commit suicide. His execution is commuted to prevent him from becoming a martyr.
Both shared a past alliance fighting against Nazi tyranny before becoming political adversaries.
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