Summaries

Four characters living in one neighbourhood in London - all living dramatically different lives, all of them on the edge - see their stories unfold.

London banker Mark has just made a fortune in a financial deal. Feeling stifled by his pregnant wife's material expectations and guilty after facing some abused homeless, he becomes a shelter benefactor. Trying his hand as volunteer, he takes a personal interest in runaway teenager Zoe, whose expectations prove even worse. Also in the shelter is recently released violent repeat-offender Robert. He takes a romantic interest in runway pregnant Michelle and her preteen daughter Danielle, while looking for his mother Margaret, who forbade him to see his beloved late dad. Mark's noble intentions lead to unexpected dramas.—KGF Vissers

Details

Keywords
  • social injustice
  • hostel
  • beggar
  • inequality
  • luxury home
Genres
  • Drama
Release date Dec 16, 2006
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-MA
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Filming locations London, Greater London, England, UK
Production companies BBC Film

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 23m
Color Color
Sound mix Stereo
Aspect ratio 1.66 : 1

Synopsis

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