The Far Reach

<p>TJ is a marine whose homecoming from the Second World War is clouded by uncertainties that remain from his time spent in Japan. As he steps off the plane and into a Milwaukee terminal devoid of family members or cheers TJ is acutely aware that something is different. A few minutes later his family finally appears to greet him TJ hopes he can somehow forget the realities of the conflict.</p><p>As TJ vacillates between his memories of his stint in the military and his new life away from a war zone he reflects on good times with his friend Art the truths of war and his family as he begins to move forward with his life. In a country reaping the benefits of prosperity TJ entertains law school marries Helen and becomes a father. As his son JR transforms into a man he prepares to join the marines. However times and circumstances are different for JR. The longer the American-Vietnam conflict plays out the more his doubts surface. Within a divided nation JR's challenges are just beginning.</p><p>In this intergenerational tale a father and son embrace duty faith and courage while serving in two wars and returning home transformed.</p>