The Insatiable Moon

A Māori man who sees himself as the second son of God and dedicates his life to guiding others. He wanders the city seeking the Queen of Heaven, acting as a beacon for residents while confronting doubt and community fragility. His intensity and tenderness drive the boarding house's emotional center, right up to his final hospital treatment and death.

A community worker who reconnects with Arthur at a funeral and becomes a quiet confidante for the residents. Her relationship with Arthur grows into a complex bond marked by care, responsibility, and shared concern for the house's fate. She navigates personal and ethical tensions while trying to support others.

The foul-mouthed but hardworking manager of the boarding house, Bob keeps the household functional while mediating conflicts. He escorts Arthur from tense meetings and wrestles with anger and concern as the house faces pressure from authorities and developers. His loyalty to the residents anchors the group's resilience.

A friend who sometimes stays at the house, Norm notices the strain on Arthur and suggests seeking help. He provides a steady, observational presence and shares a quiet, meaningful moment with Arthur in the story's final scene, highlighting memory and connection.

The local Vicar who joins Bob and Margaret to organize a community meeting about the boarding house. He represents spiritual leadership that seeks dialogue and collective decision-making in the face of displacement and moral obligation.