The Skin of the Wolf

Martinón lives a solitary life as a huntsman on a desolate mountain, surrounded by rugged terrain and dense forests. He hunts wildlife not only for sustenance but also for trade, maintaining a strict routine in his remote existence.

During one of his visits to the nearby village, Martinón seeks payment for the wolf pelts he has collected. His encounter with the local mayor intensifies as they negotiate, revealing the tension between them and the harsh realities of trade.

While negotiating the price for his pelts, Severino suggests that Martinón should consider marriage as a way to secure a legacy. The idea strikes Martinón but he quickly dismisses it, claiming that the mountain is no place for a family.

After a brief encounter with Pascuala, a local woman, Martinón begins a relationship with her. This leads him to strike a deal with her father, Ubaldo, and ultimately take Pascuala as his wife, despite his earlier reluctance.

As time passes, Pascuala adapts to mountain life but soon shows symptoms of a worsening illness, which worries Martinón. In an unexpected twist, she reveals that she is pregnant, but Martinón remains stoic, betraying little emotion towards the news.

Pascuala's health continues to decline during her troubling pregnancy, leading to her tragic death while giving birth to a stillborn son. This loss deeply devastates Martinón, throwing him into a spiral of grief and anger.

In a fit of despair, Martinón destroys the cradle he had crafted for their child. His sorrow turns into rage as he demolishes gravestones in the nearby graveyard, directing his anger towards Ubaldo for not protecting his daughter.

Martinón confronts Ubaldo about his negligence concerning Pascuala’s health, leading to a heated exchange. Ubaldo reluctantly admits to concealing her condition and offers Martinón a timeline to repay the amount paid for Pascuala.

When Martinón returns to collect his debt, he is unexpectedly offered Ubaldo's youngest daughter, Adela, as a bride. Though reluctant, Martinón accepts the offer and they marry the very next day.

As Adela moves into Martinón's isolated home, she faces the harshness of her new life. Martinón's brutal demeanor and his treatment of her as an object further alienate her, sparking feelings of entrapment.

While exploring the abandoned town near her home, Adela stumbles across two open graves, raising her suspicions about their origin. When she questions Martinón, his dismissive response deepens her sense of foreboding.

Adela discovers she is pregnant and is torn by her complex feelings regarding her situation. Martinón's indifferent attitude further complicates her emotional turmoil, leaving her feeling increasingly isolated.

In an act of desperation to reclaim her freedom, Adela uses herbs given to her by her father to poison Martinón's food. However, her attempt fails when she accidentally triggers one of his traps, complicating her fate.

After Martinón cares for Adela following her accident, she suffers a miscarriage, further deepening the tragedy of their life together. This event strains their relationship, showcasing the ongoing pain entwined in their lives.

After offering Adela the chance to return to her family, Martinón reflects on his solitary existence in the unforgiving mountains. Left alone with his memories, he discovers the poisonous herbs that Adela hid, leading to a moment of deep sorrow and isolation.