Amid deadly clashes with anti-riot forces bodies start piling in Cairo's morgue. While examining the cadaver of Alaa Abu Zayd the forensic doctor notices something unusual. The doctor who is alcohol dependent and battles personal and family problems writes a medical report that stirs the media frenzy public anger and accusations of political and ethical corruption. Along with a hard-working journalist they undertake a journey seeking facts where their perception of truth their principles and beliefs are challenged and they are forced to face the dilemma of their life.