Collaborators

Set against a backdrop of impending war, the arrival of a disabled Terran spaceship on the planet Bandar creates a clash of cultures. The Terran crew struggles to navigate the complex politics and gender fluidity of the natives, while the captain resorts to force for repairs. A young scientist's attempt to introduce human values ultimately leads to unforeseen consequences, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural interactions and the dangers of imposing one’s beliefs on another society.