The Visionary is a daughter's poignant quest to come to know her emotionally distant father by tracing his legacy of civic benevolence and global philanthropy. The film covers various areas of the father's life: his years as a General Motors executive, his community endeavors, and his participation in helping AIDS orphans in Malawi. The Visionary is an inspiring testament to one person's ability to make profound changes in the world while keeping his actions hidden from his family.