A young man, André Demester, harbors a deep but unrequited love for his childhood friend Barbe, who only gives him fleeting attention. He leaves home to fight in a distant war, where he's transformed by the brutalities of combat, camaraderie, and fear into a formidable warrior. Meanwhile, Barbe languishes at home, waiting for the soldiers' return. Will Demester's all-consuming love for Barbe ultimately be his salvation?
Flanders
Bruno Dumont's film follows a group of young soldiers as they embark on a journey to war, where they encounter life-changing events that shape their lives forever.