In post-World War II Georgia, an ambitious land developer named Henry Warren aims to buy out local landowners to expand his own property. Among those standing in his way are an African American family, the Scotts, and a white family, the Judds. Henry's relentless pursuit jeopardizes both families' traditional way of life. Rad McDowell, a farmer married to Julie Ann, becomes a focal point as he and his cousin, Reeve Scott, resist Henry's offers. Tensions rise when Henry's wife, Julie, starts sympathizing with the Scotts and Judds, leading to marital strife.

As the pressure from Henry escalates, legal battles and personal conflicts intensify, further dividing the community along racial and economic lines. The struggle for land ownership turns into a broader confrontation encompassing justice, loyalty, and morality. Reeve and Rad remain steadfast in their resolve to protect their heritage, while the widening rift compels characters to confront their own prejudices and ambitions. This escalating conflict becomes a poignant reflection of the deeply rooted social issues of the time, setting the stage for a dramatic showdown.