The rarity of Greek antiquities has increased the antagonism between museums, collectors, curators, art dealers and smugglers, giving a free rein to a deadly network of illicit activities. This network is the subject of the documentary.

What is legal or illegal in the peculiar world of the art market? What makes the trade of antiquities go around? An extensive investigation into the realm of the illegal trade of classical antiquities and into the problem of safeguarding cultural treasures.