Padlocked - Mini series

Jakša and Milka meet, Jakša accepts Milka's son from her first marriage, and then they get married. Jakša takes control over Milka and her life, and any everyday situation can become a source of conflict. Milka's life unfolds under the constant threat of violence.

Despite the support of his mother and sister, Jakša displays dominance over women. Social services and the police have limited avenues to help, and Milka often feels lost in the bureaucratic procedures. The real-life protagonists occasionally intervene during filming due to the depiction of events.

Although the marriage is formally divorced, Jakša details to exert pressure and demonstrate violence towards Milka and the child. Milka seeks help in a psychodrama group, but the problems continue. After Jakša violates the restraining order and causes an incident, he ends up in prison.

Jakša is released from prison early, which once again brings fear and violence to Milka. The real-life protagonists take on roles to depict the actual events. Filming with actors is organized again, Jakša is arrested, and Milka counts down the days until his release and a potential new cycle of violence.