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August 3, 2024 • 160 mins

John Sutter & the Land of Squatters (1836 - 1841): As new waves of settlers trickle into the west, California is propelled to the brink of chaos. Amid horse raids, propaganda, and ambition, the narratives of Texas' revolt and California's vulnerability collide. John Sutter, a Swiss immigrant, dares to carve out an empire in the volatile Sacramento Valley, while tensions between Native tribes and Mexican authorities ignite. As whispers of rebellion echo through the land, deception and dreams entwine in a battle for California's future. Who will emerge victorious in this high-stakes game of power and survival?

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