Fürchte dich nicht, Jakob!

The film follows Lejba Sibal, the village innkeeper, who must confront danger from his former farmhand Georg. With the threat of violence looming over him and his wife, Sura, Lejba finds himself in a desperate position as he seeks help from the authorities, ultimately deciding to take matters into his own hands.

"Fürchte dich nicht, Jakob!" showcases the struggles and resilience of its characters in a gripping tale about survival and moral choices. The runtime of 101 minutes allows for a thorough exploration of the characters' motivations and the escalating tension as the story unfolds. Radu Gabrea's direction emphasizes the emotional weight of the narrative, making it a significant entry in the drama genre from the early 1980s.