Marg Duffield, played by Lee Remick, is a Maine wife married to Al (Joseph Sommer) whose daughter Peg (Marlee Matlin) is deaf. Tragedy strikes when Pegs husband dies in a car accident while on the way to visit the Duffields Maine house. The Duffields step in to take care of Pegs six-year-old daughter, Lisa, while Peg focuses on recovering. As Lisa is a speaking child, Marg sees her as the embodiment of the daughter she always wanted Peg to be, leading her to consider seeking guardian custody.---"Revolving around themes of family bonds and the complexities of motherhood, this heartfelt drama delves into the intertwined lives of the Duffield family. Lee Remick delivers a powerful performance as Marg, a woman grappling with her own desires and the responsibilities thrust upon her. Marlee Matlin shines as Peg, navigating her own struggles amidst tragedy. Through its poignant narrative, the film raises thought-provoking questions about love, loss, and the lengths we go to protect our loved ones."