In late 19th century London, a prominent naturalist finds himself trapped in an intense internal struggle that pits his belief in science against his personal life. Following the tragic death of his beloved mother, this brilliant thinker plunges into a deep emotional and spiritual crisis, leading him to question the relationship between faith, death, and existence itself. As he navigates this emotional storm, he delves into his most ambitious work: the theory of evolution.
His life becomes even more complicated by his relationship with his wife, who struggles to understand his obsession with science, and his devoted friend who represents faith. As the story progresses, memories of his mother haunt him, plunging him into a state of confusion and unease that makes him wonder if his quest for knowledge could mean the loss of his faith in something greater.
As scientific and personal challenges intertwine, he faces the pressure from his contemporaries and the expectations of Victorian society. The film explores the conflict between reason and spirit, the sacrifices of genius, and the desire to leave a legacy that could change history forever. Through a journey filled with discovery and self-examination, we are invited to reflect on what it truly means to create and reimagine the world around us.