Hopeless

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Taking place in Long Beach, California, circa 1993, a group of six imperfect childhood friends find peace with each other after a traumatic event at their high school. 

Following their lives, Hopeless is a story about the family that wasn't always there, and the family that will be there forever. 




"When push comes to shove, you always know who to turn to. That being a family isn't a social construct but an instinct."  
     -Jodi PicoultAll Rights Reserved

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