In an alternate present, genetically enhanced humans dominate society. Outcasts Leon and Chloe fight for justice against corrupt politicians exploiting genetic disparity, risking everything to challenge the oppressive system.
该片根据伊恩·麦克尤恩的同名小说改编，故事讲述原本幸福生活着的儿童文学作家斯蒂芬·刘易斯，因女儿的走失，自己消极度日，变得和妻子渐行渐远。直到第二个孩子的降临才逐渐化解了夫妻隔阂。
歌颂了古代佳人西施，为了救国 甘愿牺牲青春和爱情的高尚情操。
