The invasion of a village in Belarus by German forces sends young Florya into the forest to join the weary Resistance fighters, against his family's wishes. There he meets a girl, Glasha, who accompanies him back to his village. On returning home, Florya finds his family and fellow peasants massacred. His continued survival amidst the brutal debris of war becomes increasingly nightmarish, a battle between despair and hope.

As effectively anti-war as movies can be, Come and See is a harrowing odyssey through the worst that humanity is capable of, directed with bravura intensity by Elem Klimov.

'Come and See' is a harrowing portrayal of war, focusing on brutal realities and psychological impact through young Florya. The film is praised for its realistic depiction, eschewing heroic narratives for a visceral experience. Themes of innocence lost and dehumanizing conflict are central. Critics commend powerful cinematography, sound design, and Aleksei Kravchenko's performance. Some find scenes overly graphic or tone inconsistent, leading to mixed but generally positive reception.