Once Upon a River

Year: 2020

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Haroula Rose

Budget: $90M

Drama

In 1970s Michigan, Margo Crane, a Native American teenager, sets out on a deeply personal journey down the Stark River. Seeking her estranged mother and escaping painful memories, she navigates the waterway, encountering various individuals and facing difficult circumstances. Through these experiences, Margo develops unexpected connections and begins a process of healing, ultimately uncovering her strength and finding a path toward self-discovery.

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