Sunny's Gifts and Things is a prequal to Middletown Mall following Greg back to 1982. In the shadow of the impending Hurricane Iwa, five strangers are trapped inside a small convenience store in Hawaii, seeking refuge from the devastating storm. Store owners Ana and Nobu are joined by Greg and Samantha, whose ambiguous relationship teeters between dating and a possible engagement. When Vincent’s arrival seems happenstance shakes up the group dynamic.

As the hurricane rages outside, tensions and secrets begin to surface. The group must navigate not only the physical dangers of the storm but also the interpersonal dynamics that unfold in the cramped quarters.

Sunny’s Gifts and Things is a story of survival, connection, and resilience, revealing how adversity can bring out the best in people and how unexpected circumstances can lead to newfound strengths and relationships. As the storm clears, each character emerges changed, their lives indelibly marked by one fateful day in the eye of Hurricane Iwa.