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In the turbulent summer of 1993, Denver was rocked by a wave of violent crimes, forever remembered as the "Summer of Violence." Against this backdrop, Naomi, a recent college graduate, defies her parents' expectations by turning down law school to follow her passion for poetry. As she navigates a city gripped by fear, Naomi's creativity becomes her lifeline to the community. But as the violence claims those she loves; she spirals into a battle for her own survival. "Summer of Violence" is a powerful story of resilience, loss, and the fight to find one's voice amidst chaos.