The party is ambushed and captured by a war party of Iroquois . They endure horrific torture, during which Chomina’s young son is killed before they manage to escape.

The story of (1991) is a gritty, unflinching historical drama set in 1634 New France (modern-day Quebec). It follows the perilous journey of Father Laforgue , a young, idealistic Jesuit priest sent to a remote Huron mission to assist fellow missionaries. The Journey

As they face starvation and freezing cold, Laforgue’s rigid faith is tested. He begins to question whether his mission is truly an act of salvation or a destructive force. The Conclusion

The Algonquin are skeptical of the "Black Robe," whom they believe may be a sorcerer or a demon bringing bad luck. They are puzzled by Laforgue’s "silent talking" (reading and writing) and his rejection of their traditions.