Aldo Moro, the Christian Democrats' leader, hopes to form an alliance with the Communist Party. Students, the Vatican and others oppose him and there is violent dissent. Then... he's kidnapped.

Minister of the Interior Cossiga appears paralyzed by guilt and responsibility. The Red Brigade's hideout is located but the police fail to enter. Moro's request for a secret negotiation fails.

The more the kidnapping is discussed, the more complex the matter becomes. Andreotti wants the unconditional return of Moro, while the Pope hopes for a more nuanced approach.

The confrontations between different segments of the Red Brigade are becoming turbulent. Not everyone wants a hard-line approach, but the danger to Moro's life is growing.

Eleonora Moro witnessed the attack and abduction of her husband, and she publicly condemns the politicians' inactivity. Is Cossiga ignoring important evidence?

Cossiga is assured that the terrorists will give in and let Moro free. Moro gets absolution and communion from a visiting priest. The Red Brigade make a vital call.