Things are spinning out of control for Tom. His mother left unexpectedly with no clear plans to return, and the class bully has decided that it's Tom turn to be his punching bag. His brother is away at college and his father has retreated into a world of books and memories. Tom's friends are powerless to help him. After many beatings from the bully and strange meetings with his mother, Tom realizes that only when he takes action will his situation change for the better. Can he do that all by himself?.