Disenchanted and bored with his academic post, Welsh astronomer Paul Hamilton starts a new life at the Royal Australian Observatory in the Australian Outback.

Upon discovering a wormhole Paul sees the face of God and experiences an epiphany.

Paul's domineering partner Ruth arrives at the observatory, and demand he return with her to England.

Paul heads to the local bar in search of a date.

Paul discovers a new planet, and despite his protestations Professor Cartwright insists he appears on TV to discuss it.

Paul becomes depressed and antagonizes a local tough guy, who challenges him to a fight at dawn.