Give the Devil His Due

The action sits in a timeless, fairy-tale past reminiscent of medieval kingdoms, with nobles, soldiers, and magical powers. Rulers, courtiers, and infernal beings populate the world, creating a mythic cadence rather than a precise historical date. The setting relies on archetypal chivalric and folk-tale elements, enabling magical reversals and dramatic turns. The time frame is flexible to serve a fairy-tale narrative rather than a specific century.

The film unfolds in a fictional medieval-inspired realm that blends royal courts with a supernatural underworld. The Count's principality and the Duke's castle provide opulent settings for political maneuvering and romantic intrigues, while a harsh military camp grounds Petr's early hardship. Hell serves as a surreal, otherworldly backdrop where Dorota's scheming and Janek's accidental missteps collide with Lucifer's schemes. The story moves between these high and low places, emphasizing class contrasts and fantastical consequences.

✨ Wealth & Status

Petr's fortunes shift dramatically when a magical coat conjures gold and attention from the nobility. Wealth becomes a means to bridge social gaps, but it also complicates relationships and identity, as Petr navigates courtship and public perception. The coat's glittery power enables him to maneuver the Count's world, only to reveal that true status is tied to character, not fabric or fortune. When the coat disappears, Petr must decide what kind of man he has become.

❤️ Love & Loyalty

The two daughters of the Count embody competing paths of affection: Angelína coldly resists Petr while Adélka falls for him and supports his arc. Love drives Petr to act, whether to win Adélka's hand or to protect those who helped him, even as social appearances threaten to derail their bonds. The relationships test loyalty, social class, and the consequences of desire in a fantastical setting. Ultimately, love guides Petr's choices and shapes the outcome of who marries whom.

🗝️ Power & Consequences

The plot centers on the lure of power: magical wealth, social influence, and the supernatural bargains with Lucifer. Janek loses his powers when his wolf's tail is burned, illustrating how power can be fragile and costly. Petr's manipulation of fate—through the coat and the unfolding plan to send souls to Hell—poses ethical questions about ambition and control. The resolution hinges on whether power can be used responsibly or simply exploited for personal gain.