A young African American airman, Turner, is given a promotion and a three-day pass by his captain, who sees him as a model minority. Turner's life is forever changed when he meets a French shop clerk, Miriam, and they spend a romantic weekend together at a beach hotel. However, their idyllic getaway is disrupted by racial misunderstandings and prejudice, leading to a complex and challenging aftermath.
The Story of a Three Day Pass
A US soldier grapples with racial tensions and punishment in 1940s France after being accused of befriending a white woman, exploring identity, loyalty, and racial harmony.