[0:00]A Czech astrophysicist named Jacob Proka wakes up from a dream inside his spacecraft, far away from Earth and completely surrounded by empty space. Early in the morning, his phone begins to ring, and he receives a call from the mission coordinator along with his close associate Peter. People back on Earth are eager to hear from him, as he has become widely recognized for his long solo journey into space. The leader of the Czech space program, Tuma, greets him and acknowledges the effort he has made after spending 189 days alone in space so far. Missioner, hello from the outskirts of Jupiter. I'm very excited to talking to you from here. For several years, scientists have been studying a strange formation called Chopra's cloud, which has drawn attention from researchers all over the world. Jacob has been assigned to examine its origin and gather information related to Jupiter, and he is now getting close to the point where he can collect physical samples that may help explain unknown aspects of space. The phenomenon has haunted our skies for the past four years, and now your images have captivated the world. During the broadcast, Tuma says many people are eager to ask him questions, and Jacob answers questions from viewers. At one point, a young girl shows concern for his isolation and recognizes how alone he must feel. Tuma tries to correct her question by saying what she meant was that he is at a much greater distance from the world than anyone else. Jacob responds calmly and reassures her that he is managing well and does not feel troubled by the distance. And I read that you're the loneliest man in the world. He explains that at this stage of the mission, he is about 500 million kilometers away from Earth, but he has already completed nearly half of the journey and is slowly heading back. He remains connected to his wife Lenka through a highly advanced communication system that allows them to stay in contact despite the vast distance. And because of this, he is managing well and does not feel isolated. No, I am not the loneliest man in the world. Thank you, Anna. And From the outside, Jacob appears emotionally stable and unaffected by loneliness. During a live segment, he briefly promotes a sponsor product in a routine and emotionless way, but once the segment ends, his expression changes and reveals how tired he is due to ongoing sleep problems. You'll be all right, Jacob. You're not afraid to be on your own. Back on Earth, Lenka records a message filled with sadness, where she expresses regret about him leaving and questions her place in his life. She records that she cannot be with him anymore. Before the message reaches Jacob, the flight coordinator intercepts it so it will not reach him. Yeah. Lenka problem. Meanwhile, on the spacecraft, Jacob deals with small technical problems, including repeatedly fixing a faulty toilet. He explains his frustration to Peter while speaking with him, but Peter is distracted by issues with the onboard camera. Peter notices Jacob's exhausted condition and advises him to rest. You don't look so good. Did he sleep? I tried. The message from Lenka reaches Tuma, and after hearing it, Tuma refuses to send the message to Jacob. Peter explains that Jacob is now very frustrated and sad. Tuma decides that she cannot risk losing control of the situation, and she chooses to speak to Lenka herself. Jacob becomes worried when Lenka stops responding to his calls. Peter tells him that he will look into the situation and try to find out what is happening. He's not getting this message. Jacob makes another attempt to contact her, but at that moment she is busy packing her belongings and does not answer. Feeling discouraged and emotionally low, Jacob turns to eating sweets for comfort and tries to sleep. As he drifts into rest, he looks out toward the approaching cloud, which is slowly getting closer to his position in space. Lenka is not answering. This is what you told me earlier. During the night, loud and irregular noises come from the broken toilet, keeping Jacob awake and preventing any proper rest. By morning, he feels drained and weak. While looking at himself in the mirror, he suddenly notices strange movements under his skin, followed by the disturbing image of tentacles pushing out from his mouth. Overcome with fear, he tries to pull something out from his mouth, but the scene abruptly ends as he wakes up, realizing it was only a vivid dream.
[4:18]He begins his day with exercise on the treadmill, trying to clear his head, then moves on to preparing equipment needed for collecting samples from the nearby cloud. At the same time, several cameras on the ship continue to malfunction, creating confusion and concern when can determine the cause. He tries to figure things out with Peter's assistance, but his thoughts remain focused on Lenka, who still has not responded to any of his attempts to contact her. Who the hell is this? Suddenly, he hears an unfamiliar voice offering help, which startles him. He mentions it to Peter, who is unaware of anything like that and cannot confirm the presence of another signal. Jacob considers the possibility that he may have picked up a transmission from a different mission, but Peter tells him their system is secure enough that it should not be breached by others. Peter then informs him that Lenka has gone to visit her mother and is expected to contact him once she returns. Trying to stay composed, Jacob tells him to remind her to contact him soon, and he continues his routine. Just so Lenka's on her way to visit her mother. She'll be back in a couple of days. He then hears some noise coming from the storage compartments and goes to investigate. He is shocked to discover a large hairy spider hiding inside one of them. He quickly seals the area and contacts Peter to check the feeds from the room, but the cameras in that section have been broken for a while, leaving Peter unable to see what is happening. Jacob carefully opens the compartment again and confirms that the creature is still there. But it's out. It was one of the first ones to go out. You got to be kidding me. The spider begins to communicate, explaining that it does not intend to harm him. Feeling uneasy, Jacob retreats into the airlock and tells Peter that he plans to disinfect the spacecraft. He puts on his spacesuit, activates the cleaning system, and releases a soft foam that spreads through the area, covering everything in a calm and gentle layer. After the process ends, Jacob exits the airlock, but the spider remains unaffected. Jacob tells Peter that something is wrong, but Peter cannot understand what he means. Jacob asks to talk to Lenka, but Peter reminds him that his well-being is the most important thing right now. We have to decontaminate the ship. But why? As a precaution. The creature informs Jacob that the cleaning did not harm it and suggests that he remove his suit since there is no danger and it will not harm him. Jacob tries to approach the spider and touch it, but it avoids him and advises him not to act in ways that go against its customs. The creature explains that it arrived near Earth by chance and has spent thousands of years observing life, learning human languages, and trying to understand humans. I will neither consume nor contaminate you. Despite this, it still cannot fully understand human emotions. It reveals that it sensed Jacob's deep loneliness and decided to come closer to him because of it. Originally, it planned to check on him for a day or two, but it became attached after realizing how lonely Jacob was. Your loneliness. Disturbed and confused, Jacob retreats to his sleeping area, where he begins experiencing strong visions and sounds connected to Lenka. Jacob asks if the creature is tied to all the memories he's experiencing, then leaves it and goes to his room. Back on Earth, Lenka stays at her mother's house, where she seeks comfort and support. She is pregnant and relies on her family during this difficult time. I don't need your help. But you do. At this point, Lenka decides to move into a shared residence meant for pregnant women, choosing to stay there for a while instead of returning home. Her mother struggles to understand why she would consider leaving her husband during such an important stage of her life. Baby, this is a crazy time to make big decisions. It's a crazy time to leave him. The following day, memories of Lenka continue to fill Jacob's mind without stopping. The spider observes him closely, becoming deeply interested in his behavior and emotional state. In response, Jacob begins to relive and reveal parts of his past, including his struggles and feelings. There is a picture of you. You are an honored member of your tribe. The spider politely asks Jacob for eggs, saying he wants to try them. Jacob tells him they do not have any, and instead gives him a portion of his chocolate supply. As it eats, the creature recalls its original home. Jacob asks where its home was. The creature explains that its planet was destroyed by a powerful enemy, forcing its species to escape into space and wander without a fixed destination. Ever since then, it has been searching for its home. Where is home for you, exactly? It is lost. Together they observe Chopra's cloud. The spider explains more about it, describing it as a formation made of particles that carry deep knowledge. When Jacob asks about the spider's age, the creature admits it does not know, but believes that everything in existence has a beginning and an end. including the universe itself. Everything that begins must end. Skinny human. The spider then brings forward a memory from Jacob's past, showing him the moment of his first meeting with Lenka. It recalls how hopeful and excited they both were, especially when she suggested they should always remain together, and he agreed without hesitation. The spider questions why humans make promises they cannot always keep, but Jacob is unable to give a clear answer. Why commit to a promise if it can readily be broken? At the same time on Earth, Lenka speaks openly with her mother about the difficulty of raising a child alone and says she is prepared to take on that responsibility. She explains that she believes she made a mistake when marrying Jacob. Her mother responds by telling her that humans make mistakes all the time. Lenka adds that she will tell her daughter that she once felt strong love, but later realized she had made a mistake. Have you thought about what you're going to tell the baby? Back on the ship, Jacob thinks about what to call the spider and asks if it has a name. The spider asks Jacob to give it one, and Jacob decides on the name Hanus. He associates the name with an old story about a skilled craftsman who created complex astronomical devices, but was punished by a jealous ruler who feared his talent. Jacob tells him that his father used to tell him the story of Hanus. The spider accepts the name.
[10:30]Later, Jacob listens to an opera, allowing himself a brief moment of distraction. During this time, Hanus shows him another memory involving Lenka, where she surprises him in a special outfit. Though Jacob feels uncomfortable revisiting it.
[10:46]There was so much love. That night Jacob is troubled by more intense dreams, this time involving memories of his father, who held strong political beliefs and died because of them. The images disturb him deeply. Jacob wakes up to a strange noise and goes to find Hanus listening to a strange vibration sound. Hanus explains that he finds the sound soothing. Were you just here listening to that all night? I find the vibration soothing. The next day, Hanus observes Jacob exercising intensely and asks why he does it. Jacob explains that staying active is necessary in space to prevent his body from weakening. Hanus questions why Jacob chose to leave Earth in the first place. Hanus then asks Jacob about his father. Jacob tells him his father was a man who died for a cause he believed in. Memories from his past begin flooding back as they speak about him. Your father. May I ask about him? On Earth, Tuma travels to meet Lenka and expresses concern about her decision. She believes that separating from Jacob at this time is not right, pointing out that Jacob's unusual personality has always helped him handle long periods of isolation. However, Lenka's pregnancy has intensified her sense of loneliness and uncertainty. He misses his wife. And he shouldn't have left. Tuma explains that Jacob is not in a stable mental state and may need Lenka's support. Lenka tells her that he made his choice and that he will be fine without her. As she prepares to leave, Tuma reflects on the silence between them, recognizing it as a turning point. She tells Lenka that being together in this dark moment would help them both, explaining that she understands they are both struggling in their own ways. I'm sorry, I can't help you. Back on the spacecraft, Lenka's voice suddenly echoes through the station. Jacob quickly goes to the transmitter and finds that an old recording of their conversation from months earlier is playing. He questions how this is happening and tries to stop it, but the system does not respond, forcing him to listen as the message continues. He yells at Hanus, assuming he is causing it. Why was this even playing? Who decided I am me? A short time later, Jacob notices a glowing particle drifting through the station. Hanus describes it as something like a starting point or origin. Jacob tries to trap it inside a container, but the particle moves freely through every barrier without resistance. Hanus tells him that he cannot hold it or keep it. Jacob then tries to use the vacuum system to collect it through the waste outlet, but he cannot find it in the waste collector either. It cannot be held. Skinny human. Soon after, he tries to reach Peter, but all communication on the ship suddenly stops, leaving him confused and isolated. At the same time, the particles from Chopra's cloud begin moving in unstable patterns throughout the station, increasing the sense of danger. Hanus reassures him that there is no immediate threat and tells him not to panic.
[13:41]Hanus asks Jacob why Lenka seems so unsettled about the idea of having a child. This question brings up painful memories for Jacob, and he admits that they lost their first child and that he was not present during that time, and is still not emotionally available in the way he should be. The memory of Lenka losing their child and him not being there plays on the screen. He is shown recalling earlier conversations where he promised to be more present, but failed to follow through. It's your first offspring. You were absent thereafter. Back on Earth, Lenka arrives at the facility where she plans to stay until she gives birth, and the staff welcomes her. Later, Hanus tells Jacob that it was his unfulfilled promises that led Lenka to eventually give up on him. As the memory of him promising to be with her through everything plays through his mind. This is your sanctuary, or hinterland. Whatever you need it to be. Jacob manages to contact Peter using a quantum communication device. However, Hanus again interrupts the communication and triggers another memory, showing a past exchange between Jacob and Lenka about his decision to go on the space mission. In that memory, Jacob appears confident and focused on his goals, showing little understanding of Lenka's feelings. Hanus begins to realize that Jacob's self-centered behavior has contributed to his isolation. After reaching this conclusion, Hanus becomes distant and decides to leave him behind, telling Jacob he is no longer interested in him, which causes Jacob to panic. Could you fail to see that she one day would lose the will to believe in you? What? Hanush? My interest in you has expired. In desperation, Jacob tries to hold onto the spider, but Hanus firmly pushes him away and makes it clear that he does not like physical contact. The spider then moves across the station while Jacob follows, begging it not to leave and promising that he is willing to change. In a moment of emotional collapse, Jacob floats through the station, overwhelmed by memories of Lenka and consumed by regret and sadness. Hanus, please, I'll do anything. He later contacts Peter again, and Peter is relieved, telling him that everyone down on Earth has been worried about him. Jacob tells him that everything is under control and asks him to reach out to Lenka. While Lenka is practicing yoga, Peter visits her and informs her that Jacob is still alive and wants to speak with her. She refuses at first, but Peter tells her that he only wants her to listen. He leaves the quantum communication device with her and steps out. Before anything, I want you to go and see Lenka. Jacob begins speaking to her directly. He expresses his love for her, apologizes sincerely for his selfish behavior, and admits that he ignored her feelings and failed her as a partner. He tells her that he was searching for something else when everything he needed was right in front of him. He ends the message by asking for forgiveness. You were right there in front of me and I didn't see you. After the call, Hanus returns and speaks to him again, encouraging him to rest, saying that he has already confronted his guilt. Jacob, still emotionally unstable, asks for companionship instead of being left alone. Hanus responds by admitting its own fear of loneliness as well. At that moment, Jacob realizes that the spider is injured and in poor condition. Hanus explains that it had managed to escape from those chasing it, but the damage was already done. I can not let you face the beginning alone. Moved by their shared pain and vulnerability, the two of them come closer, and in a quiet moment of emotional understanding, they embrace for the first time. Hanus tells Jacob to be ready to go into the beginning tomorrow. On Earth, Lenka spends the night outside looking up at the sky while speaking with another pregnant woman. She notices the strange purple formations above them and becomes absorbed in their shifting beauty. Tomorrow, we enter the beginning. Back on the spacecraft, Hanus wakes Jacob and tells him that his major discovery is approaching. Jacob wakes up and follows him. With Earth control centers and many observers closely watching, Jacob prepares for the next phase of the mission and coordinates actions with Peter. Jacob's communication begins getting broadcast to the world as he attempts to enter Chopra's cloud. At the same time, Lenka leaves her residence and goes out alone while everyone watches Jacob's broadcast, though her destination is unclear. In just a few moments, we will deploy in Chopra's cloud. Jacob begins collecting samples with specialized equipment, but Hanus suddenly becomes seriously ill. Jacob abandons his task to help the spider instead. The ship starts encountering system failures. Back on Earth, the team detects a technical failure in the equipment and orders the mission to stop sample collection. Jacob, however, is no longer focused on commands from Earth. He notices Hanus drifting in open space, and shortly after, the entire ship starts experiencing major system failures. Control personnel decide to abort the mission and bring the spacecraft back. Hold on! I'm coming! Abort the ship! Despite the order, Jacob puts on a spacesuit, takes a disinfectant device, and goes outside the ship. Peter tries to stop him and urges him to return, but Jacob ignores him, telling him there is something he needs to do and continues into space. He manages to reach Hanus after releasing clouds of disinfectant, but the effort does not help. Hanus thanks him and accepts that his body is failing and that he does not have much time left. This isn't the end. Come. In deep space, Jacob experiences a powerful vision, where he recalls a childhood moment of nearly drowning and being saved by his father. This memory leads him into a larger experience, where he seems to move through different layers of time and space, as if witnessing all events connected across existence. He revisits important moments of his life, including his first meeting with Lenka, and feels a strong desire to return to that time when everything felt clearer. Hanus and Jacob observe the universe together as they witness everything unfolding around them. This is the beginning. Everything is coming and the ending. A bright light appears in this space, which initially frightens Jacob. Hanus interprets it differently, seeing it as something hopeful. Jacob feels Hanus slipping away, and Hanus tells him that it is time for him to end. In its final moments, Hanus is given chocolate nuts by Jacob. Hanus thanks him and experiences a sense of comfort before its condition fully collapses into the surrounding clouds. As purple light surrounds the spider, Jacob loses consciousness. But perhaps this is not your ending. Taste like home. At the same time, Lenka goes to the place where she and Jacob had their first date. While walking across the grass, she notices a purple light forming in front of her, which feels like a symbol of connection between them. Jacob imagines her sitting by water in a calm, dream-like scene, where he wants to be close to her, but she suggests that such a moment could come at a great cost. He accepts this idea without hesitation. I just want to kiss. We know that will kill you. It is later revealed that the light is actually coming from a South Korean space system that has launched a probe to rescue Jacob. As morning approaches, Lenka's quantum phone suddenly rings. Jacob speaks to her and admits that if he had known the full consequences of his choices, he would never have left her. She asks him if she knew what she does know, now would she approach him in the first place. Their conversation ends with a shared sense of hope and the possibility of reconnecting, as both seem to move toward reconciliation. It was a really good kiss.
