The Reconstruction of William Zero

William Blakely, known as William 2, gradually awakens to a life that feels alien to him. He is heavily reliant on his twin brother, William 1, as he begins to navigate this unfamiliar existence.

Under the careful guidance of William 1, William 2 starts to relearn essential life skills, including how to walk and talk. Together, they engage in light-hearted activities like playful knock-knock jokes that build their brotherly bond.

While watching old home movies, William 2 sees his estranged wife, Jules, stirring a deep sense of nostalgia within him. A flicker of recognition occurs when he first faces her, enhancing his dilemma over their past.

William 1's life as a geneticist takes a dark turn when he learns from his lab assistant Baxter that their cloning subjects are dying at an alarming rate. He grapples with the ethical ramifications of his experiments amid scrutiny from security agents.

William 2 faces a crisis of identity catalyzed by a bizarre phone call from a disheveled version of himself. This unsettling encounter drives him to confront William 1, seeking answers about their intertwined existence.

The confrontation between the brothers leads to a significant fallout, with William 1 managing to escape confinement. This unleashes a wave of chaos and violence that impacts the city and raises the body count.

Disguised as helpless, William 1 returns to the home he shares with William 2, deceiving him into believing he is in control of his life. This ploy allows William 1 to manipulate events to his advantage.

William 2 takes on a role at Next Corp and uncovers chilling details about second-generation clones used in experiments. Baxter warns him about the defects tied to cloning, triggering fears about his own genetic flaws.

Before William 2 can confront his brother about the secrets they hold, he is detained by a security team for questioning. Though he faces immediate danger, Baxter's doubts about the company's ethics provide him with unexpected protection.

Lester's growing anxiety leads him to confront William 1, who takes him into his home under false pretenses. In a chilling turn, William 1 murders Lester while recounting the tragic story of his origins.

William 1 narrates the complex tale of his creation, starting from the grief-stricken William Zero, who abandoned his wife, leading to the creation of William 1. This history illuminates the motivations driving William 1’s bitterness.

William 1 invites Jules to his home, hiding his true identity behind a cold facade. Oblivious to the danger, Jules is captivated by him, contrasting sharply with William 2's warmer demeanor.

As William 1 prepares to enact his malicious intentions against Jules, William 2 bursts onto the scene, declaring his love for her. This intervention sets the stage for a confrontation between the brothers.

In a poignant exchange between William 2 and William Zero, they agree to fake William 2's death as a means to safeguard Jules. This plan allows for future hope and reconciliation, aligning their motives against William 1.

With the charade of death in place, William 2 prepares to reconnect with Jules and their cloned son. Their future is now painted with hope as they navigate the complexities of their lives and relationships.