Eleanor & Park

In 1986 Omaha, two sixteen-year-old misfits meet on a school bus. Eleanor is the new girl, whose chaotic family life and unconventional appearance make her an immediate target. Park is a quiet, half-Korean kid who just wants to be left alone with his comics and music. Their connection begins silently, over a shared seat and a stack of graphic novels, growing through late-night conversations and mix tapes into a bond that offers a refuge from the pressures of high school and the hardships waiting at home.

This is the story of a first love, unfolding over the course of a single school year. It navigates the intense, often-painful realities of being different and the profound discovery of finding the one person who sees you for exactly who you are. The narrative explores the contrast between a deeply troubled home and the sanctuary two people can create for each other, revealing how love can be a source of strength in the face of bullying and abuse. It is an honest look at the vulnerability and courage it takes to open your heart, even when you know it might not last.