A Letter

The Letter explores the relationship between May, a white single mother, and her fifteen-year-old, dark-skinned daughter Jen, adopted from South India. May’s sister Su brings her a letter from Chuck, the son May gave up for adoption at birth.  May reveals to Jen that she plans to meet him, a fight between mother and daughter ensues. Harsh words are spoken, and Jen runs away from home.  Jen’s best friend Lucy helps May understand that Jen fears her mother will abandon her for Chuck.  May realizes she must give up her hope of reuniting with her biological son to save her adopted daughter. ` 

Cast: 
4 F May (40s), Su (40s), Jen (15, dark, South Indian adoptee), Lucy (15, non-white)
Authors: 
Nancy Temple