In 1920s Netherlands, Jacob Katadreuffe, a law school graduate, is accused of murdering High Court Enforcement Officer Dreverhaven after a heated argument. As he awaits trial, Katadreuffe recounts his troubled past to the Chief of Police, revealing a lifelong struggle with his illegitimate status and a history of bullying. Despite his intelligence and ambition, Katadreuffe's life has been marked by hardship and rejection, with Dreverhaven, his biological father, playing a significant role in his suffering. As the truth behind Katadreuffe's alleged crime begins to unravel, the question remains: did he really kill Dreverhaven?
Character
Jacob Katadreuffe, a mute young man, is estranged from his father and struggles to connect with his mother, while determined to become a lawyer despite the obstacles in his path.
