Where the Heart Is

Novalee Nation, an ambitious but naive teenager from Tennessee, finds herself in an unforeseen and challenging situation when she becomes pregnant and is deserted by her boyfriend on the side of a highway. To escape the harsh elements outside, Novalee reluctantly takes refuge within the walls of a nearby Wal-Mart store. As time progresses and her due date approaches, Novalee encounters an assortment of eccentric yet empathetic individuals who show kindness towards her plight. These peculiar strangers ultimately take it upon themselves to become Novalee's support system, forming an unconventional family that helps her overcome the difficulties posed by her precarious circumstances. Through their collective strength and resilience, both Novalee and her baby daughter forge a new life together, proving that human kindness can be found in the most unexpected places.