In this 1999 American fantasy comedy-drama film, the Whit clan gathers to pay respects to their beloved Grandpa Sparta as he prepares for burial, but his passing proves to be just a ruse, revealing secrets and imparting wisdom to his bewildered family - particularly his curious grandson. As the story unfolds, a mix of humor, drama, fantasy, romance, war, and western elements come together in this unique tale of family, legacy, and self-discovery.