In 1934, Ruth, a young housewife, gives birth to a severely handicapped son.
Reluctantly, she c.
As her son grows and her family expands, feeding, bathing and changing him become increasingly difficult.
Fearful for his safety, she resists their demands and cares for him at home.
Her embarrassed husband is unsupportive and her mother pressures her to place him into the Insane Asylum.
Whispers of disgrace and shame swirl in the community as she desperately tries to teach him to be normal.
In 1934, Ruth, a young housewife, gives birth to a severely handicapped son