Welcome to the '50s and '60s rural Ohio where everybody is deeply religious and nothing good ever happens. We hope you enjoy your stay in the towns of Knockemstiff and Coal Creek!

Topics Discussed:

Movie Facts 

1. Casting
2. Production
3. Reception

Main Plot Points 

1. WW2 and 1950
   • WW2 
   • Helen and Roy
   • Carl and Sandy
2. 1957
   • Willard and Arvin’s relationship
   • Charlotte's death
3. 1965
   • Lenora and Arvin
   • Lenora and Preston
   • Arvin’s murders 
     • Preston
     • Carl/Sandy
     • Lee

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