As They Made Us is a family drama-comedy directed by Catherine Rehwinkel. The film follows the dysfunctional yet comical family of Julie and Walter, who are preparing for their 50th wedding anniversary. The family includes their three children: Abigail, the recently divorced daughter who arrives unexpectedly; Scott, the successful but emotionally distant son who deals with their father's senility; and Richard, the estranged son who has been absent for years.
As the family prepares for the anniversary celebration, they face various challenges and unpleasant surprises. Julie's health is deteriorating, Walter's senility is worsening, and secrets and tensions come to light as Abigail's arrival stirs up old wounds. Richard's return to the family also triggers memories of his troubled past and their painful childhood.
Through their hilarious antics and heartwarming moments, the family navigates their way through their dysfunctional dynamics and finds a way to reconcile their differences. As They Made Us is a touching and entertaining portrayal of a family struggling with love, loss, and forgiveness.