Opal Evans has lived a long life, but faces a terminal illness. She wants forgiveness for her actions in a traumatic event during the 1940s, a family murder/suicide. Opal's brothers have supported her, respecting her silence on the incident, and kept their remaining family close. They're not sure Opal's search for redemption is justified or necessary. When, Opal's niece, Joy, discovers there's a family secret, she pushes Opal to tell her the details. The revelation creates new family dynamics and a unique celebration of Thanksgiving.