Drama,Mystery
United States of America
Travelling Salesman is a 2012 indie thriller film directed by Timothy Lanzone. The movie revolves around four mathematicians, namely, William, Eric, Andy, and Seth, who are tasked with solving a mathematical problem related to encryption. The problem is so complex that they are unable to solve it on their own and need to work together to come up with a solution.
After months of hard work and collaboration, the four mathematicians finally crack the code using their individual and collective genius. However, their joy is short-lived as they realize the magnitude of their discovery, which has the potential to revolutionize the world of encryption and security. They realize that their solution can be used for both good and evil purposes and must be handled with caution.
As they grapple with the ethical implications of their discovery, they are approached by a top official from the United States Department of Defense, who offers them a substantial sum of money in exchange for their solution. While most of the mathematicians are tempted by the promise of financial gain, one of them, William, is wary of the government's intentions and fears that their solution could fall into the wrong hands.
During a heated exchange, William is forced to reveal a dark truth about his portion of the solution, which puts the entire project in jeopardy. As they weigh the pros and cons of sharing their discovery with the government, they realize that their solution may be too powerful to be controlled and that they must tread carefully to avoid a catastrophe.
In the end, the mathematicians must make a difficult choice between their conscience and their financial interests, which will determine the fate of their discovery. Travelling Salesman is a thought-provoking movie that explores the complex ethical dilemmas of science and technology and raises important questions about the role of scientists in society.
