An old woman is carrying shopping bags.

A child with a gun is riding a scooter. Birds are flying. A city is falling. A party is lit.

An examination of the current state of political polarization in the United States of the America.

In December 2020, a lonely progressive woman meets a guy she might be interested in dating. The only problem is he voted for President Trump. Twice. Can she give him a chance? Can she possibly impact his views? Could it work for them as a couple?

An 8-year journey into divided America, The American Question examines the insidious roots of polarization and distrust through past the past and present, revealing how communities can restore trust in each other to unite our country.

Leyla and Aksel's friendship is tested with a disagreement that affects them both substantially.