Hilda and Pearl

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Frances, an only child in 1950s Brooklyn, starts to uncover the complexities of her family's history as anti-Communist sentiments threaten her father's teaching job. Her seemingly close mother, Hilda, and aunt Pearl harbor secrets that prompt Frances to question her identity and family dynamics. Intriguing mysteries arise, including references to a "first pregnancy" and hidden baby shoes, revealing underlying tensions during Pearl's visits. As Frances learns more, she confronts the shadows of the past that shape her family's present.