Beneath Southern Stars

Synopsis

In the sweltering heat of rural Mississippi, seventeen-year-old Maya struggles to define herself amidst the constraints of poverty and societal expectations. As she navigates the complexities of first love, fractured family ties, and the ever-present weight of her circumstances, Maya yearns for a future beyond the cotton fields and dusty roads she's always known. When a scholarship opportunity arises, she's forced to confront her deepest fears and make a choice that could alter the course of her life forever. 'Beneath Southern Stars' is a melancholic yet hopeful exploration of coming-of-age in the Deep South, where the echoes of the past intertwine with the dreams of a new generation. Through Maya's journey, Ashley Danner paints a vivid portrait of resilience, identity, and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity.