In pre-Great War Easton, Florida, Janie Starks, a feisty young woman, defies convention by marrying Joe Starks, a charming shopkeeper who becomes the town's mayor. However, her desire for independence and autonomy clashes with his expectations of her, leading to a tumultuous relationship. After his death, Janie finds freedom and adventure with a charismatic outsider, Tea Cake, and they face the challenges of seasonal labor together.
Their Eyes Were Watching God
In the 1920s, a vibrant woman named Janie Crawford defies societal conventions by embarking on a journey of self-discovery through her marriages, pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in her traditional community.