In early 1980s San Francisco, a man grapples with the challenges of life as he aspires to improve the situation for himself and his young son. Struggling to make ends meet, he invests in expensive medical devices to sell to doctors, but finds little success, and this endeavor strains his finances severely. His wife, unable to cope with the increasing financial pressures and the toll it takes on their marriage, leaves him, entrusting him with full custody of their son. Despite facing homelessness and a series of setbacks, his love for his son and determination to provide a better future for them both keeps him going. He resolves to pursue a highly competitive internship at a prestigious stock brokerage firm, an opportunity that promises a brighter future but comes without a salary, placing further strain on his already precarious financial situation.

Navigating the competitive environment of the internship while caring for his son, he faces the daunting challenge of balancing his responsibilities as a father with the demands of his potential career. The unrelenting series of financial hardships and personal trials tests his resilience, forcing him to make sacrifices and find inventive solutions to his problems. His perseverance in the face of adversity, driven by his determination and love for his son, anchors his journey. Through this, he exemplifies the relentless pursuit of a dream, underscored by the strength of the human spirit in the quest for happiness and a better life.