Drama,Science Fiction
United States of America
The plot of William revolves around the concept of de-extinction, which involves bringing back extinct species through advanced genetic techniques. The two scientists at the heart of the experiment are David and Amanda, who believe that by creating a Neanderthal, they can better understand the evolutionary history of humanity.
After successfully cloning a Neanderthal embryo, they implant it into a surrogate mother and William is born. To the outside world, he appears to be a normal child, but he quickly shows signs of being unique. He is physically stronger and smarter than other children his age, but he also exhibits primitive behaviors such as being easily provoked and having a strong aversion to bright lights.
David and Amanda struggle to decide how to raise William. They want him to have a normal childhood, but they also want to study him and learn as much as possible about the Neanderthal species. They hire a nanny, Isabelle, who becomes a secondary caregiver to William and eventually develops a romantic relationship with David.
As William grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of his differences from other people. He is bullied at school and struggles to fit in with his peers. Despite this, he forms strong bonds with Isabelle and his adoptive sister, Lily.
The film explores the themes of identity, ethics, and what it means to be human. As William reaches adulthood, his primitive instincts become more pronounced, and he experiences a range of emotions and desires that he cannot fully understand or control. This leads to tragic consequences for himself and those around him.
In the end, William must come to terms with his place in the world, and his true nature as a Neanderthal. The film raises important questions about the ethics of scientific experimentation and the potential consequences of playing with the laws of nature.
