In the chaos of World War I, an Australian farmer named Joshua Connor is tormented by the loss of his three sons, who disappeared during the battle at Gallipoli. With his heart shattered and determined to find answers, Connor embarks on an exciting journey to Turkey, where the war has left deep scars on the country and its people. Armed with his instinct and special skills for locating water in dry lands, which earn him the nickname "the water diviner," he faces a hostile landscape and a past that continues to haunt him.
In his search, Connor encounters a series of characters, from a Turkish commander who has lost his own family to a young woman caught amid the conflict. The story unfolds against a backdrop of ethnic tensions and painful memories, as Joshua tries to unearth the truth about the fate of his sons. Along the way, he is also forced to confront his own demons, as well as the brutal reality of war that has devastated many.
As events unfold, the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love and redemption are put to the test. Connor's journey not only seeks to heal his loss but also to foster hope and reconciliation in a fragmented world. Amidst stunning landscapes and emotionally charged moments, the film offers a moving testament to the quest for peace in the face of adversity.