In the well-known Christmas movie, It's A Wonderful Life, the tale unfolds on Christmas Eve 1945 in Bedford Falls. George Bailey, contemplating suicide, is saved by guardian angel Clarence. Through flashbacks, Clarence sees George's life, from rescuing his brother to running the Bailey Brothers Building and Loan. Despite challenges, George marries Mary, builds Bailey Park, and faces a financial crisis when $8,000 goes missing. Fearing scandal, George considers suicide but is shown an alternate reality by Clarence. Horrified by the bleak world without him, George begs for his life back. Returning to reality, he finds the town has rallied to