Intrigued by the recent trend of scientists, journalists, philosophers, and teachers who have been ostracized and discredited for daring to suggest that humankind may be the product of intelligent design rather than a random fluke in the cosmic scheme of things, Ben Stein sets out on a thought-provoking journey to investigate the persecution of the many by the select few. Why is it that in recent years, anyone who dares to question the idea of Earth's origins as a product of random chance is ridiculed and scorned for simply suggesting that there may be evidence that life on Earth could be part of a grander scheme? What is it that frightens the powerful elite so much they feel the need to violently extinguish any argument that goes against their theories concerning the origins of life? These are just some of the questions that Stein asks as he travels the globe to speak with the supporters of both theories, and ponders the reasons why believing in a higher power has seemingly become a massive taboo in the eyes of educators and the media. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide