In this thought-provoking drama directed by Shi-Zheng Chen, a brilliant Chinese student named Liu Xing, played by Liu Ye, arrives in the United States to pursue his Ph.D. in cosmology. As he navigates the challenges of academic life and cultural differences, he becomes entangled in a conflict with his mentor, Professor Jacob Reiser, portrayed by Aidan Quinn. The film explores themes of ambition, cultural clash, and the pursuit of scientific discovery. Meryl Streep also stars, adding depth to the narrative with her portrayal of a university patron. This film can be viewed on 123Movies / Movies123 for free.