Passing

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The narrative explores the complex dynamics between two light-skinned African-American women, Irene Redfield and Clare Kendry, whose lives diverge sharply due to their choices regarding racial identity. Irene embraces her heritage through marriage to an African-American doctor in Harlem, while Clare conceals her background by marrying a prejudiced white man. Their reunion after years apart ignites a profound and unexpected influence on each other's lives, highlighting themes of race, identity, and societal expectations.