Thomas Jacobs is an inventor who has created a revolutionary technology that allows people to enter and view the memories of others from the inside. Despite concerns about the ethical implications of such a system, Jacobs convinces himself that his invention can be used for good, helping to solve crimes and uncover the truth.
One day, however, he receives an offer that will put his invention to the test. A wealthy businessman named Anthony convinces him to enter the memories of a heroin addict named Anthony, in order to determine if he committed a crime. At first, Jacobs is hesitant, but he ultimately decides to accept the offer, lured in by the promise of a large sum of money.
Once inside the addict's mind, Jacobs quickly realizes that things are not going to go as planned. The memories are jumbled and disorienting, making it difficult for him to discern what really happened. Adding to his troubles, he soon discovers that he is not alone in the addict's mind. There are other beings there as well, who seem to be controlling the memories and preventing him from leaving.
Jacobs becomes trapped in the mindscape for what feels like an eternity, unable to escape the endless loop of the addict's drug-fueled memories. He watches as the addict's life spirals out of control, as he struggles with addiction, poverty, and homelessness. Eventually, Jacobs realizes that the only way to escape is to confront his own demons and find the strength to break free from the mental prison he has created for himself.
In the end, Extracted is a powerful exploration of the human mind and the impact that technology can have on our lives. It offers a cautionary tale for those who would dabble in the unknown, and a reminder that there are consequences to every action we take. For Thomas Jacobs, the road out of the addict's mind was long and painful, but in the end, he emerged stronger and wiser, having faced his greatest fears and conquering them at last.
