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Ben Campbell, an exceptionally bright student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.), yearns for academic success and is determined to secure a better future for himself. Faced with the challenge of financing his dream to study medicine at Harvard, he discovers that the $300,000 tuition fee poses an insurmountable obstacle for someone from his working-class background. In a surprising turn of events, Ben's gifted math skills catch the attention of an unconventional professor who invites him to join a small, clandestine group of fellow students. Mentored by Professor Rosa, this select team is trained in the art of card counting at blackjack. As they navigate through the world of high-stakes gambling, Ben and his new companions grapple with the moral complexities of their actions while striving to achieve their personal goals.