David Motuzka, demobilized Red Army soldier, returns to his native village, hoping to see the changes caused by the revolutionary events. But he cannot see no improvement. The village is ruled by the kulaks and David's childhood friend Kornii Matiukha helps them.

Ivan Mykolaichukas David Motuzka
Vladimir Volkovas Korney Matyukha
Liliia Dziubaas Zinka
Fedir Panasenkoas Tikhon Kozhushnyi
Ada Sheremetyevaas Maria
Danylo Ilchenkoas Nazarovych, David's father
Olga Nozhkinaas Motuzchikha, David's mother
Nina Antonovaas Khrystia Motuzka