10 Days in December: . . .where dreams meet reality

In 1978, 20-year-old newlyweds, practical Kevin and idealistic Eleanor, explore the Canadian mountains in their VW van, find land, and build a tiny log cabin. Setbacks and self-denial test their love and commitment. For 4 months: Kevin builds, swinging his axe, alone in the wilderness, while Eleanor is paid $2.57 per hour, working as a waitress at a truck stop, earning $300 for cabin supplies. After Christmas: Eleanor's cozy dream meets winter's harsh reality: Bitter cold. Enveloping darkne...