The Life We Bury

College student Joe Talbert sets out to complete a writing assignment by interviewing a stranger, leading him to Carl Iverson, a dying Vietnam veteran and convicted murderer. As Joe delves into Carl's life, he grapples with the stark contrast between the veteran's heroism and his criminal past. With the help of his neighbor, Lila, Joe seeks to uncover the truth behind Carl's conviction, but the deeper they dig, the more perilous the situation becomes. Will Joe uncover the truth before facing the consequences of their investigation?