Best friends George and Charles have been commuting to work together for 15 years. Then, one fateful day, they both find out that they're being laid off. For a while, they keep the news secret and carry on as normal, but eventually, they have no choice but to admit the truth. It's time to take action and find alternative employment - but how?
Research scientist Kate Brown makes a dramatic discovery in her laboratory about human genes. Scientists try to hang on to the news that they've found a way to extend human life. First the politicians, and then the people, find out. Very quickly things turn very nasty.