Ben Halper establishes a barber shop in Seville, Illinois at the turn of the century, witnessing the town's growth firsthand. As he strives to protect his wife Nellie from life's troubles, she eventually rebels while he's away at war, embarking on a fateful journey to Chicago. This marks the beginning of a series of family crises for Ben.
Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie
A nostalgic barber reminisces about his life, his thoughts consumed by memories of his late wife and the lingering regret that has been his constant companion since her death.