Between the Poles

Set against the backdrop of 1960 Kansas City, the narrative follows a high school student grappling with the pressures of impending adulthood. Faced with the choice between enlisting in the military or being drafted, he reflects on his relationships with his girlfriend and friends while contemplating his uncertain future. The story captures the personal dilemmas of youth during a politically charged era, highlighting themes of duty, identity, and the search for direction in life.