A captive woman named Anne is pressured by Dr. Marsh to demonstrate telekinetic powers granted by an experimental serum. While Marsh attempts to manipulate her into embracing her 'special' nature, Anne remains defiant, expressing her desire for revenge against him for his crimes.
DR. MARSH: Life is never what we meant it to be, is it? Powerlessness is the only thing that defines our journey on Earth. But for you, Anne, there can be so much more than ineffectiveness. And vulnerability. And surrender. Move the table.
ANNE: How?
DR. MARSH: You come from a world that expects you
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