Born Equal

A successful city banker whose initial refusal to help a beggar triggers guilt. His later charity work becomes both a moral awakening and a retreat from his marriage, leaving him anxious and uncertain about his place in the world.

Mark's pregnant wife who values appearances and their comfortable lifestyle. She grows suspicious of Mark’s absences and questions the stability of their relationship as his charity efforts intensify.

Recently released from prison, he moves into the hostel while searching for his mother. His presence adds tension and drives a deeper examination of survival and belonging within the community.

A pregnant woman relocated to protect her from an abusive husband. Her cautious friendship with Robert reveals resilience and the complexity of care within shared spaces.

A Nigerian immigrant journalist working in a London restaurant. His family’s struggle to bring his father to London underscores the fold between ambition, danger, and the cost of emigration.

Yemi’s wife, who maintains the home and bears the pressure of their migration journey. She embodies quiet strength and the domestic front of a vulnerable family.

A 17-year-old runaway who is given a room by Mark. Her boldness and vulnerability challenge boundaries and test the effectiveness of care within the hostel.

A social worker who helps coordinate Mark’s charity efforts, including Zoe’s placement. She represents institutional care and the complexities of balancing aid with limits.