In 1960s London, a young woman named Jill, who finds herself pregnant and without a place to stay, rents a room in an old and dilapidated building. Initially, her life seems solitary and full of uncertainty as she faces her new reality far from home and the conventions of society. Jill is a free-spirited artist trying to rebuild her life, but she quickly realizes that her new home is populated by intriguingly colorful tenants.
Among them is a frustrated writer who, despite his emotional turmoil, becomes her confidant and friend, alongside a group of eccentric characters that add a dose of humor and warmth to her life. As Jill navigates her doubts and confronts the reactions of her family and social environment, she begins to discover a newfound inner strength and an unexpected support network.
Complemented by intimate cinematography and a sensitive soundtrack, the story explores themes of motherhood, friendship, and the struggle for identity in a world that is often hostile. Through her encounters, Jill not only tries to figure out what to do with her life and her future child, but she also discovers the power of community and the ability to reinvent oneself in the face of adversity. The film becomes an emotional journey about the search for belonging and the struggle for self-acceptance.