The Phoenician Scheme

In 1950, arms dealer Anatole Zsa-Zsa Korda finds himself in mortal danger aboard his private plane when a bomb explodes, killing his assistant. Struggling for control, he ejects the pilot before crash-landing in a cornfield, managing to survive the incident.

After briefly losing consciousness, Zsa-Zsa enters the afterlife, where he is judged by a group of individuals for his numerous shady business practices. This marks the beginning of his internal struggle with his past actions.

Zsa-Zsa returns to his home to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Liesl, a nun. Their reunion is tense due to his long absence and the traumatic history that involves her mother, whom Zsa-Zsa is accused of murdering.

Zsa-Zsa shares his ambitious plans for 'The Phoenician Scheme' with Liesl, seeking her assistance in taking over businesses by exploiting slave labor. Her reluctance stems from her troubled feelings towards him and their family's dark history.

As Zsa-Zsa gathers his resources, his new assistant Bjorn undergoes a polygraph test to prove his loyalty. This moment builds trust within the precarious dynamics of Zsa-Zsa's operation.

Zsa-Zsa and his team meet financier brothers Leland and Reagan, but tensions rise when Zsa-Zsa alters their contract without consent. A basketball game is proposed to settle their disagreements, showcasing Zsa-Zsa's confidence.

In a tense negotiation with Marseille Bob, gunfire erupts during their conversation as a guerilla unit invades. Zsa-Zsa heroically takes a bullet for Bob, which helps to secure the alliance needed for his plans.

In a haunting vision, Zsa-Zsa is confronted by the spirits of his three wives, who question his relationship with Liesl. These confrontations reveal deep emotional scars and guilt that haunt him regarding his family.

During a flight, Zsa-Zsa discovers that the pilot has been poisoned and they come under attack from a fighter jet. The plane crashes in the forest, revealing Bjorn's true identity as a spy—a shocking twist.

Zsa-Zsa confronts his brother Nubar about their complicated family dynamics, including Liesl’s mother. Their discussion escalates to violence, ultimately leading to an explosive ending that results in Nubar's demise.

With his business in ruins, Zsa-Zsa and Liesl decide to run a small restaurant together called Chez Zsa-Zsa. This marks a significant shift in their relationship as they rebuild their family bond.

Liesl's brothers, neglected for so long, finally start receiving the love and attention they deserve from her. As Zsa-Zsa adjusts to his new life, Bjorn proposes to Liesl—signifying a hopeful future ahead.

In a reflective moment, Liesl writes a letter to Mother Superior to recount the tumultuous events that transpired, expressing her desire to move on from the past. Zsa-Zsa and Liesl bond over card games, symbolizing newfound familial connection.