Labor Day

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Set against the backdrop of a fading summer in Holton Mills, New Hampshire, the story follows thirteen-year-old Henry, who grapples with loneliness and the complexities of adolescence. Struggling to connect with his peers and navigate his feelings for girls, he finds solace in daydreams and family dynamics. His relationship with his mother, Adele, a former dancer with her own emotional burdens, adds depth to his journey. Together, they confront the challenges of isolation and the longing for connection as Henry seeks to understand both his mother and himself.