Alternate Weeks (and Half the Vacation)

In this touching drama, we follow the journey of a young girl named Emily and her younger brother, Jake, as they navigate life after their parents' divorce. The unique arrangement has them spending alternate weeks with their working mother and financially struggling father. Emily, burdened by her anger towards her mother, lashes out and finds solace in her father's company during his weekly free-hug sessions on street corners. Meanwhile, Jake channels his frustration into environmental activism, determined to make a difference.As the school year unfolds, both parents struggle to find balance and heal from their past while Emily gradually learns to see the world through fresh eyes. She discovers that people are more complex than she once believed and begins to empathize with her mother's ambitions, while also learning valuable lessons about love, family, and responsibility from her father's unconventional approach to life. This heartfelt story offers a poignant exploration of forgiveness, understanding, and growth as the siblings navigate the challenges that come with their parents' separation.