Everything I Am (2022) Movie Script
1
You shouldn't be here.
I've got nowhere else to go.
You can't stay here.
I've got nowhere else.
It's not safe.
Mum, please.
Please.
Hey, what's your name?
Sorry?
I said, what's your name?
Nathaniel.
I'm Rachel.
Heard you playing guitar
around here.
It's really good.
Oh, yeah. It's broken.
Well, that's no good.
What are you doing out here?
Just got nowhere else to go.
Do you wanna get lunch with us?
This is Emily by the way.
What are you guys eating?
We're just trying
to figure that out.
Thinking Thai food?
Thai food?
Yeah.
You like Thai?
- Uh
- hmm.
Are you guys ready to order?
Oh, just give us a second.
Thank you.
Anything catch your
eye, Nathaniel?
Yeah, gonna have this one.
Great.
I'll get the veggie Pad Thai.
Thank you.
So, Nathaniel.
Tell us more about yourself.
We wanna know everything.
Well, I was born in
the Philippines.
And when I was seven,
my dad,
he was killed
by a gang back there.
So,
I grew up with my mum
over here in Australia.
She's married someone else now.
It wasn't
exactly the best
and
I've been living on the streets
ever since then.
Pretty much.
Anything else you wanna know?
Sounds like you've
been through a lot
Well...
We're really glad we've met you.
And I'm glad you came
to lunch with us.
So, what do you wanna
do, Nathaniel?
What would you do
if you could do anything?
I'd probably become a doctor
or something.
I don't know.
That's a good choice.
What makes you wanna do that?
I don't know.
I guess, I've always
wanted to know
how to
help people better?
But, I don't know.
Maybe in another life.
Why not on this life?
I didn't really have a choice
about this life.
Hey, Nathaniel...
What are you doing this afternoon?
I've some errands to run.
Do you wanna come along?
You know, this is
a pretty great city.
Maybe for some people.
Yeah.
A lot of people are lucky.
Hey, Nathaniel.
Where are you staying tonight?
I have a few places I go.
Sometimes there's some
free places.
Would you wanna stay at mine?
I have a spare bed
I usually take guests.
Emily always let's me.
You really want me
to stay with you?
I want you to have
a safe place to stay.
So, yeah.
I mean...
Yeah.
That sounds really cool.
Yeah?
Should be fun. Come on.
Make yourself at home.
There's a couch
and a view.
The bathroom's just
through there.
And this is the living room.
Hey!
Yeah, yeah. Things are all good.
Uh-huh.
I just have a friend
over at the moment.
Can I give you a callback?
Alright.
Bye.
Just in time.
Can you chop up the
carrots for me?
You seem to eat a
lot of Asian food.
Yeah, mostly because
it's the best vegetarian food.
You're vegetarian?
Yeah, mainly.
Mainly...
I just try to eat healthy.
Good job, but I'll show you how.
Yeah.
So,
what do you do?
Uhm.. I study still.
I'm doing a nursing degree
at the Sydney Adventist Hospital.
I work a bit on the side
but
my main passion's
in helping people.
So, whatever can get
me into that
would be great.
That all sounds pretty cool.
Yeah. It's really fun.
Definitely a learning curve.
Who's that?
That's Paji. My sponsor child.
He lives in Bangladesh.
You have a sponsor child?
Yeah.
He's in year six
and he really likes
learning English.
Wait,
so you sponsor this kid,
how much do you pay
for all that?
Oh, It's like,
$30 a month.
It's not much.
It just helps with education
and some other things.
I'm just fortunate
I can afford it.
I mean,
yeah.
I don't know anyone
else your age
that would do that type
of thing.
Well, they're just missing out.
It's one of the most
rewarding things
I do with my money.
What song is that?
It's an Australian artist,
Geoff Bullock.
Keep playing.
Grab a guitar if you want.
That was great.
You're a really good guitarist.
Thanks.
But
I'm still learning.
I have a friend who teaches.
Maybe?
I like this song.
Yeah.
It's my favourite.
Hey, Rachel.
I don't have to sleep here
if you don't want me to.
I can go somewhere else.
I have people over all the time.
But I'll keep a lock on my door
so, if you need me, just knock.
What's the time?
Almost 10.
Sorry, did I wake you?
So,
what are your plans for today?
Uhm..
I've got some work to do
and a couple other things.
You're welcome to come along
if you'd like.
Earn some money.
Yeah, I'll just do
whatever you're doing.
You can come if you want.
It'll only be an hour or two.
Hey Em, how's your night?
It was okay.
Hey.
Hi.
So, how do you feel?
I'm feeling good.
Thanks.
Yeah, it's good to feel fresh.
How are you feeling
today, Maria?
It's Rachel.
Brought you some of the stuff
thought you'd like.
You can share that with
the others.
Will I be seeing you
at the shelter tomorrow?
Yeah, yeah.
Great.
Until then.
Do you know Maria?
Yeah.
She's beyond help, you know?
Most of us are.
I don't think you believe that.
Hey!
Do you have enough work
for two helpers today?
Hey, yeah.
There's enough here
for a few days that are boxing.
Are you both here to help?
- Uh
- hmm.
Okay, great.
Well, you know what to do.
Just have a look in
those shelves
over there
and you should find
what you need.
Great! Thanks.
Hey! And Rachel,
thanks again for what you did
the other day.
You really saved us
by coming in early.
No worries,
you would have done the same.
So
What are we even posting?
It's advertisement
for this program.
Scholarship program.
Okay.
What is this program even about?
Diet & lifestyle, healthy-living.
Okay, so..
You've done this program?
Yeah, and I really liked it.
And how much is it?
I think about $5 per night?
Wait, how is it so cheap?
Some programs
aren't aren't about
making money.
Well,
what else are they about?
I guess, making friendships
and teaching others
about healthy-living.
Huh.
That sounds really good.
Good work today, you guys.
Thank you.
There should be more work again
on Sunday if you're interested.
Wait, so not tomorrow?
No Saturday?
No, tomorrow you have
the day off.
Look at you.
All out of bed and outside.
How long have you been up?
Oh, Rachel!
So good to see you.
Yes. I've been out a while
waiting for you.
Well, I hope you weren't waiting
for too long.
What's this?
My birthday isn't
for another six months.
I know
But that doesn't need
for any occasion for presents.
Rosie, I want you to meet
someone very special to me.
This is my friend, Nathaniel.
Nathaniel, this is Rosie.
Hi, it's nice to meet you.
Rachel, how is
the shelter going?
It's been amazing.
But we miss you there.
I miss you too.
There's nothing was done
sitting alone doing nothing.
It's been such a blessing
to have you and then Nathaniel
here with me.
Of course.
You know I love to visit.
Plus, our plans for Christmas.
I better be going.
I have to take Nathaniel home.
Plus, plan for some friends.
But I'll see you next week?
Thanks, Rachel.
You're so kind.
Who was that?
Your grandma?
Pretty much.
No, she's an old friend of mine.
Me and Rosie go way back.
Yeah,
she seems really nice.
Yeah.
She's the best.
Hey,
is Emily here?
No, she texted to say
she's out tonight.
Do you ever go out?
Not the places Emily goes.
But
I have a couple friends
coming over here tonight.
You're welcome to stay.
Okay.
There was this one time
I had a...
a musical performance so I...
volunteered to do it
In University...
So, you were born
in the Philippines?
That's so cool.
Ah, yeah,
it's not as cool as it sounds.
Well,
what's the biggest difference
between here and there?
I guess, it's just
the whole culture.
People here have everything
they could ever want.
A lot of the people over there
don't really have that much.
Yeah,
that's so sad.
A few of the guys here
are going to Cambodia
at the end of the year.
I hear it's pretty similar
over there?
Yeah, probably.
Hey,
I know Rachel has been
having you stay at her place
and she's happy to have you
but
I have a place for you
with your own room
that's not too far from here.
If you wouldn't mind
staying there with me.
Thanks.
I'll think about it.
Yeah, there's no pressure.
I just thought it might be
a bit better
conditions for you.
Hey,
I have a some questions
about the talk we had tonight.
Yeah, for sure.
Well...
I don't know where to
really start.
I don't think
I believe in God like you guys.
I just
haven't seen him
work in my life
or anywhere really.
So,
how do you guys
believe
so much?
Yeah.
It's true.
I can't ever walk in your shoes.
And I can really only speak from
my own experience.
I think
a lot of people talk the talk,
but not many people
walk the walk with their actions.
All I know is what I see.
And
I see lives changed.
People who were once
so maliciously self-centered,
they change.
People with
immense anger,
it
Goes away.
Within each person,
there seems to be
this moral compass
that says
this is wrong or this is good.
And
I know for me,
I..
Couldn't live my life
without knowing
that there's some form
of purpose to it.
You know, it's not enough
for a lot of people
to convince them to believe.
But for others,
it's more than enough.
Yeah.
I know what you mean.
Yes,
I've never met anyone
like Rachel before.
She just seems to give
so much to others.
Yeah.
There's not a lot
that I'm certain of, Nathaniel
but
I'm sure that
Rachel is the real deal.
She
just really believes
and
you can see it in her life.
I just wish
there were more people like her.
Is it okay if I stay here
one more day?
Yeah, of course.
Now,
music?
Hey.
Are you going somewhere?
Yeah, I'm going out.
Where are you going?
Church.
On Saturday?
- Uh
- huh.
Can I come?
Of course.
Hey.
Is everything okay with Emily?
Really?
All we can really do is just
be there for her you know.
She's still trying to figure out
who she is.
Leony!
Hey, how are you doing?
I've been good.
This is Nathaniel.
He's helping us out today.
Hi, it's great to see you here.
So, what we can do to help?
There's some things
that can be done
in the kitchen.
No, but I have a photo
with them.
No, I don't recognize
any of the place
but it was the best moment
I've ever had.
Need any help?
No, it's alright.
Pass me the lettuce.
So,
this is church?
Pretty much.
We prepare food
for a lot of homeless
people here.
Some of the people who've
been coming
have been coming here for years.
A lot of the kids don't
have parents.
That's pretty cool
you guys do that.
Well, if we don't, who will?
Plus, it's actually
a lot of fun.
I'm just so thankful
to have Rachel here every week
to help set all of these up.
And also for her new
friend Nathaniel
for all of his help this morning
and everyone else.
You guys make me feel so lucky
to have a safe place
to bring my kids to.
So, how'd you go with the stuff
the guy was saying today?
It was alright.
I don't know what I
believe in though
about all that stuff.
Yeah,
I didn't think a lot
of people do.
Well, it's okay.
I want to know, like...
I want to figure out
what to believe in
but...
I don't know, Rachel...
You...
you believe in God, right?
Nathaniel...
I look around and I see the way
people around me live
their lives.
Some live their lives
in pursuit of money
and recognition.
Others, boyfriends and girlfriends,
you know, that romantic high.
Very few
with their lives serving others.
Helping those in need.
Giving time to causes
that
don't affect them.
I guess that's just
what means the most to me.
That's what
believing in God means to me.
I guess, you're right.
I've just never thought about
anything like that.
Yeah, a lot of people don't.
I've just,
never met anyone like
you before.
And I've never met
anyone like you.
Come on in.
So, you've got everything
you need?
Yeah. Thank you.
Hey.
Hey.
You know,
I've seen you before.
Yeah.
You were serving at this
soup kitchen I was at.
I've always wondered
what kind of people volunteer
at those places.
And
I'm glad that I've met you guys.
Well, I'm glad I've
met you too, Nathaniel.
It's people like you that make
the whole thing worth it.
Hey,
you want to grab a drink?
No, thank you.
You don't drink?
Never have.
Would you prefer if I did?
No,
no way.
I like the way you are.
Like,
you don't dress and talk
like other girls.
It's a good thing.
I just can't seem to do anything
that doesn't have any
value to me,
I guess.
All I wanna know is that
I'm making a difference
in the world.
That I'm looking outside myself
and helping others.
I think you definitely do that.
Thanks.
How are you, Nathaniel?
Are you
okay?
Yeah.
I really am.
That makes me really happy.
I think we can both learn a lot
from each other.
You already taught me so much.
Hey.
Hey.
Oh, do you wanna go away
with some friends this weekend?
Sure, where you guys heading?
Just some beach.
We're gonna take a bus.
Cool. Sounds fun.
Hey, why aren't you playing?
I'm not the best at sports.
It's okay. We're just
having fun.
Yeah.
Growing up,
I never really fit in at school.
It's all right.
Think a lot of kids
struggle to fit in at school.
Just funny because those kids
turn into adults,
and fitting in the adult world
is kind of the same thing.
Yeah, that's true.
There anything on your mind?
You have no idea.
Yeah, that's why it's
so interesting
not knowing what people
are really thinking.
Do you think I'm a good person?
Yeah, I really do.
How long have we known
each other now?
Let's say a few weeks.
We've come a long way.
Think Mark is really taking you
under his wing.
Yeah,
he's a good guy.
Hey, Rachel.
I really
like you.
Like,
I think you're one of the most
amazing people I have ever met.
I don't even know how to say
thank you for what you
did for me.
You don't have to thank me.
I'm just glad I could help you.
What do you think about
love and feelings people have?
Well, what does loving someone
mean to you?
I suppose...
valuing their happiness
over yours.
Yeah,
I like that description.
You know, I struggle a lot
to not love people.
It's like, I've been
given this gift
that just makes me love
and see people
the same as me.
When it comes to falling in love
I don't know the first
place to stop.
'Cause my heart is just so full
of love for everyone.
Not romantically inclined
to any person.
I just feel like there's more
important things in
my life right now.
You know, it's something
I will want
when the time is right.
For now,
I'm content of where I am at.
You know, I believe in life
you get one person.
One person to devote yourself
entirely to...
to invest in.
I know a lot of people
don't believe what I
believe but,
that's just me.
I want one person.
I'm waiting for that
person to be right
and then just know it is.
You really view love
as something
much deeper than a feeling.
Loving people is something
we should do always.
Loving and committing
to one person
requires a lot longer
of a process
of commitment and connection.
Yeah.
I actually kinda like that.
Is there anything else
you're thinking about?
I don't know.
I guess you've given me
a lot to process.
You've given me a
lot to process too.
Are you convinced God is real?
I don't know.
But
I think more than I used to.
Think we're all figuring out
what we believe in.
Nathaniel, I'm gonna
go talk to Em now.
You'll be alright here
on your own?
Yeah.
I'll probably join in
on the game later
Just the person I
was looking for.
Can you try one of these for me?
Yeah.
This is vegetarian.
Yeah. Do you like it?
Really good.
Have you seen that guy before?
Which guy?
The homeless guy.
No.
He looks to young to
be on the streets.
We should help him.
That's right. He's
already getting
heaps of money.
Hey, what's your name?
Sorry?
I said, what's your name?
Uhm... Nathaniel.
I'm Rachel.
Heard you playing
guitar around here
It's really good.
Oh, yeah. It's broken.
Well, that's no good.
What are you doing out here?
I just got nowhere else to go.
Do you wanna get lunch with us?
This is Emily by the way.
What are you guys eating?
We're just trying
to figure that out.
Thinking Thai food?
Thai food?
Yeah.
You like Thai?
Are you guys ready to order?
Oh, just give us a second.
Thank you.
Anything catch your
eye, Nathaniel?
Yeah.
Gonna have this one.
Great.
I'll get the veggie Pad Thai.
Thank you.
So, Nathaniel.
Tell us more about yourself.
We wanna know everything.
Well, I was born in
the Philippines.
And when I was seven,
my dad,
he was killed
by a gang back there.
So,
I grew up with my mum
over here in Australia.
She's married someone else now.
It wasn't
exactly the best.
And
I've been living on the streets
ever since then.
Pretty much.
Anything else you wanna know?
Sounds like you've
been through a lot
Well...
We're really glad we've met you.
And I'm glad you came
to lunch with us.
Hey,
can I talk to you for a second?
- Yeah.
- Thanks.
Hey, I don't feel comfortable here.
I think I'm gonna go.
Oh, yeah that's fine, you go.
Hey Em, how's your night?
It's okay.
Hey.
Hi.
Just a sec.
Hey, you okay?
Yeah.
I just want to say thank you
for letting me have Nathaniel
stay last night.
That's okay.
I have people over all the time.
You know, I'm always
here for you, Em.
I know.
Hey, Em.
Hey.
Do you want any dinner?
We're cooking.
No thanks.
How'd the other night
with Sean go?
Yeah, it was all right.
Anything happened?
You guys left together.
No, nothing.
I just went home.
Well, that's good.
I was thinking of seeing him
later tonight.
If that's okay with you.
Yeah, sure.
Hey, are you home?
Can you wait up for me?
Hey.
Are you okay? What's happened?
I don't know.
I just
keep doing
the same stupid things.
And my friends is stupid.
I just don't feel anything.
Don't be silly, of
course, you do.
Wasn't Sarah with you?
No.
She had other friends.
You're gonna be okay, Em.
Hey, how you feeling?
Okay.
You interested
in an adventure today?
Where to?
Just out with some friends.
Is this your first
time out here?
Yeah.
I don't go out much.
You should hang out with us more
you always have such a good time
I know, I just don't
have time always.
Nathaniel's staying
with you guys now, isn't he?
Yeah, he is.
How do you guys do it?
Always do such crazy things.
I think it's more
Rachel than me.
But
yeah, she's a good influence
on me.
I think she's a good influence
on everyone.
I'm surprised you've never
asked her out before.
No, I wouldn't dare
do that to her.
She deserves someone
much more similar to her.
Yeah.
Can't wait to meet that guy.
Hey, thanks for bringing
me here.
I really needed to get out.
Is everything okay with Nathaniel?
I think he's gonna be fine.
What's the matter?
Just not good enough...
to always handle these situations.
What do you mean?
You're like the best
person I know.
Thanks, but still not perfect.
- We're so different.
- You and me.
I don't even know how
we get along.
Emily, are you happy?
No.
Do you know why?
I don't know. I just...
I get caught up
in all the little things.
And I honestly,
don't know what to do
with my life.
You're always giving
everything you have
to help people.
Like those kids in Africa
and everything.
I don't know. I just,
I can't be like that.
It's not me.
And it's not that I don't
wanna be like you.
I just...
I don't have it in me.
Do you think I'm selfish?
I think most people are selfish.
It's what comes to us naturally.
Why aren't you selfish then?
Why do you care so much?
Em, you know why.
I wake up everyday
and I'm just so content.
So grateful for the life
I've been given.
Do you really believe in God?
God is everything to me, Em.
I wouldn't be who I
am without him.
Pause.
Thanks for looking after me,
Nathaniel.
Mum, don't worry about it.
Are you off to work today?
Yeah, I'll be there all day.
And are you enjoying
your time there?
Yeah.
I better get going.
I'll see you later tonight, okay?
Hey Derek.
I got a pretty busy schedule.
I'll see you when I
can find a time
already.
Yeah, I'll call you later, okay?
Alright, see you.
What's up?
I don't know, I guess,
I just wanted to talk.
Okay...
What's on your mind?
I don't think
I've been the nicest to you.
I know your Christian.
And I know that's important
to you.
But
I really just don't
think about those things.
I really
just don't see God in my life.
Or religion or anything
to have any point.
Do you really not
believe in God, Em?
I don't know.
Then what do you believe in?
Well
I don't know
if I believe in God.
But I do know that
you're the closest thing
to a good person I've ever met.
You know, it's not just me, Em.
I prayed for you so much.
I've seen God work in your life.
Look at you,
you're stronger than
you've ever been.
You're not the same person
I used to know.
Is that God, though?
I can't see him.
Rach,
I'm trying.
But I can't see him.
I just see you.
You see me?
Yeah,
I see you.
Hey, Maria.
Here.
Hey, have you heard
from Nathaniel?
Haven't see him in a while.
Hope he's okay.
No, I haven't seen him.
I've never seen you
go after anyone
as much as Nathaniel, Rach.
I can't believe you just
walked up to him that day.
Yeah, it wasn't something
I normally do.
Just felt like it was right.
I've got Charles and Maria
who's still seeing him
all the time.
Plus, that trip to Zimbabwe
you've got planned next year.
Rach, I feel like you
need a holiday.
Yeah, maybe I'll take one
with you sometime.
Nathaniel, hey.
Rachel's just inside,
she'll be out in a second.
How you going?
I'm doing well.
Yeah?
It's so weird, we were just
talking about you.
Hopefully, good things?
When was the last
time I saw you?
I went to a social
Rachel had organized
a few months ago.
But
I just felt like it was time to
step away
and do my own thing.
And, yeah, I've been
hanging out with Mark too.
Yeah,
it's good to have
figured out for yourself
what you're gonna do.
You aren't Christian,
are you, Emily?
No,
not really.
Yeah, but Rachel,
she fully believes in it all.
I've never met someone like her.
She just,
gives constantly.
Yeah.
She's definitely a unique person.
She's actually the best roommate.
Does she
make you believe in God more?
Yeah, definitely.
I mean,
it's hard not to be
influenced by her.
She makes me wanna believe
in something.
You know,
the first time I saw you,
I just...
didn't think you had any chance.
Like, I was there with
Rach and...
she just saw the potential
in you.
Like she could see right
to the core
of who you really were
as a person.
I used to hate her
bringing all those people
to our house that
I didn't think were normal
or
Cool enough to be near me.
But she always prove me wrong.
Those people always
we're so grateful
for everything she did.
And people in my life
who
I thought all worth my time
always seem to let me down.
I just
believe
that there aren't many
truly unselfish people
out there.
Like sure, there's good
in people.
But just purely,
genuine,
kind, selfless people
are so rare.
Can I ask you something then?
Like,
you see how happy Rachel is.
The way she lives her life.
She's always ready
to drop anything for you.
Why don't you want to
be more like her?
Yeah, of course,
I want to be more like her.
I just
don't have it in me.
What she does isn't normal.
It's pretty crazy, actually.
Hey!
Hey.
What are you doing here?
It's so good to see you.
I just finished work
and thought I'd stop by
and see what you guys
were up to.
We we're just heading
out, actually,
but you're welcome to join.
We're just grabbing dinner.
Thai food.
Yeah, that sounds great.
You shouldn't be here.
I've got nowhere else to go.
You can't stay here.
I've got nowhere else.
It's not safe.
Mum, please.
Please.
Hey, what's your name?
Sorry?
I said, what's your name?
Nathaniel.
I'm Rachel.
Heard you playing guitar
around here.
It's really good.
Oh, yeah. It's broken.
Well, that's no good.
What are you doing out here?
Just got nowhere else to go.
Do you wanna get lunch with us?
This is Emily by the way.
What are you guys eating?
We're just trying
to figure that out.
Thinking Thai food?
Thai food?
Yeah.
You like Thai?
- Uh
- hmm.
Are you guys ready to order?
Oh, just give us a second.
Thank you.
Anything catch your
eye, Nathaniel?
Yeah, gonna have this one.
Great.
I'll get the veggie Pad Thai.
Thank you.
So, Nathaniel.
Tell us more about yourself.
We wanna know everything.
Well, I was born in
the Philippines.
And when I was seven,
my dad,
he was killed
by a gang back there.
So,
I grew up with my mum
over here in Australia.
She's married someone else now.
It wasn't
exactly the best
and
I've been living on the streets
ever since then.
Pretty much.
Anything else you wanna know?
Sounds like you've
been through a lot
Well...
We're really glad we've met you.
And I'm glad you came
to lunch with us.
So, what do you wanna
do, Nathaniel?
What would you do
if you could do anything?
I'd probably become a doctor
or something.
I don't know.
That's a good choice.
What makes you wanna do that?
I don't know.
I guess, I've always
wanted to know
how to
help people better?
But, I don't know.
Maybe in another life.
Why not on this life?
I didn't really have a choice
about this life.
Hey, Nathaniel...
What are you doing this afternoon?
I've some errands to run.
Do you wanna come along?
You know, this is
a pretty great city.
Maybe for some people.
Yeah.
A lot of people are lucky.
Hey, Nathaniel.
Where are you staying tonight?
I have a few places I go.
Sometimes there's some
free places.
Would you wanna stay at mine?
I have a spare bed
I usually take guests.
Emily always let's me.
You really want me
to stay with you?
I want you to have
a safe place to stay.
So, yeah.
I mean...
Yeah.
That sounds really cool.
Yeah?
Should be fun. Come on.
Make yourself at home.
There's a couch
and a view.
The bathroom's just
through there.
And this is the living room.
Hey!
Yeah, yeah. Things are all good.
Uh-huh.
I just have a friend
over at the moment.
Can I give you a callback?
Alright.
Bye.
Just in time.
Can you chop up the
carrots for me?
You seem to eat a
lot of Asian food.
Yeah, mostly because
it's the best vegetarian food.
You're vegetarian?
Yeah, mainly.
Mainly...
I just try to eat healthy.
Good job, but I'll show you how.
Yeah.
So,
what do you do?
Uhm.. I study still.
I'm doing a nursing degree
at the Sydney Adventist Hospital.
I work a bit on the side
but
my main passion's
in helping people.
So, whatever can get
me into that
would be great.
That all sounds pretty cool.
Yeah. It's really fun.
Definitely a learning curve.
Who's that?
That's Paji. My sponsor child.
He lives in Bangladesh.
You have a sponsor child?
Yeah.
He's in year six
and he really likes
learning English.
Wait,
so you sponsor this kid,
how much do you pay
for all that?
Oh, It's like,
$30 a month.
It's not much.
It just helps with education
and some other things.
I'm just fortunate
I can afford it.
I mean,
yeah.
I don't know anyone
else your age
that would do that type
of thing.
Well, they're just missing out.
It's one of the most
rewarding things
I do with my money.
What song is that?
It's an Australian artist,
Geoff Bullock.
Keep playing.
Grab a guitar if you want.
That was great.
You're a really good guitarist.
Thanks.
But
I'm still learning.
I have a friend who teaches.
Maybe?
I like this song.
Yeah.
It's my favourite.
Hey, Rachel.
I don't have to sleep here
if you don't want me to.
I can go somewhere else.
I have people over all the time.
But I'll keep a lock on my door
so, if you need me, just knock.
What's the time?
Almost 10.
Sorry, did I wake you?
So,
what are your plans for today?
Uhm..
I've got some work to do
and a couple other things.
You're welcome to come along
if you'd like.
Earn some money.
Yeah, I'll just do
whatever you're doing.
You can come if you want.
It'll only be an hour or two.
Hey Em, how's your night?
It was okay.
Hey.
Hi.
So, how do you feel?
I'm feeling good.
Thanks.
Yeah, it's good to feel fresh.
How are you feeling
today, Maria?
It's Rachel.
Brought you some of the stuff
thought you'd like.
You can share that with
the others.
Will I be seeing you
at the shelter tomorrow?
Yeah, yeah.
Great.
Until then.
Do you know Maria?
Yeah.
She's beyond help, you know?
Most of us are.
I don't think you believe that.
Hey!
Do you have enough work
for two helpers today?
Hey, yeah.
There's enough here
for a few days that are boxing.
Are you both here to help?
- Uh
- hmm.
Okay, great.
Well, you know what to do.
Just have a look in
those shelves
over there
and you should find
what you need.
Great! Thanks.
Hey! And Rachel,
thanks again for what you did
the other day.
You really saved us
by coming in early.
No worries,
you would have done the same.
So
What are we even posting?
It's advertisement
for this program.
Scholarship program.
Okay.
What is this program even about?
Diet & lifestyle, healthy-living.
Okay, so..
You've done this program?
Yeah, and I really liked it.
And how much is it?
I think about $5 per night?
Wait, how is it so cheap?
Some programs
aren't aren't about
making money.
Well,
what else are they about?
I guess, making friendships
and teaching others
about healthy-living.
Huh.
That sounds really good.
Good work today, you guys.
Thank you.
There should be more work again
on Sunday if you're interested.
Wait, so not tomorrow?
No Saturday?
No, tomorrow you have
the day off.
Look at you.
All out of bed and outside.
How long have you been up?
Oh, Rachel!
So good to see you.
Yes. I've been out a while
waiting for you.
Well, I hope you weren't waiting
for too long.
What's this?
My birthday isn't
for another six months.
I know
But that doesn't need
for any occasion for presents.
Rosie, I want you to meet
someone very special to me.
This is my friend, Nathaniel.
Nathaniel, this is Rosie.
Hi, it's nice to meet you.
Rachel, how is
the shelter going?
It's been amazing.
But we miss you there.
I miss you too.
There's nothing was done
sitting alone doing nothing.
It's been such a blessing
to have you and then Nathaniel
here with me.
Of course.
You know I love to visit.
Plus, our plans for Christmas.
I better be going.
I have to take Nathaniel home.
Plus, plan for some friends.
But I'll see you next week?
Thanks, Rachel.
You're so kind.
Who was that?
Your grandma?
Pretty much.
No, she's an old friend of mine.
Me and Rosie go way back.
Yeah,
she seems really nice.
Yeah.
She's the best.
Hey,
is Emily here?
No, she texted to say
she's out tonight.
Do you ever go out?
Not the places Emily goes.
But
I have a couple friends
coming over here tonight.
You're welcome to stay.
Okay.
There was this one time
I had a...
a musical performance so I...
volunteered to do it
In University...
So, you were born
in the Philippines?
That's so cool.
Ah, yeah,
it's not as cool as it sounds.
Well,
what's the biggest difference
between here and there?
I guess, it's just
the whole culture.
People here have everything
they could ever want.
A lot of the people over there
don't really have that much.
Yeah,
that's so sad.
A few of the guys here
are going to Cambodia
at the end of the year.
I hear it's pretty similar
over there?
Yeah, probably.
Hey,
I know Rachel has been
having you stay at her place
and she's happy to have you
but
I have a place for you
with your own room
that's not too far from here.
If you wouldn't mind
staying there with me.
Thanks.
I'll think about it.
Yeah, there's no pressure.
I just thought it might be
a bit better
conditions for you.
Hey,
I have a some questions
about the talk we had tonight.
Yeah, for sure.
Well...
I don't know where to
really start.
I don't think
I believe in God like you guys.
I just
haven't seen him
work in my life
or anywhere really.
So,
how do you guys
believe
so much?
Yeah.
It's true.
I can't ever walk in your shoes.
And I can really only speak from
my own experience.
I think
a lot of people talk the talk,
but not many people
walk the walk with their actions.
All I know is what I see.
And
I see lives changed.
People who were once
so maliciously self-centered,
they change.
People with
immense anger,
it
Goes away.
Within each person,
there seems to be
this moral compass
that says
this is wrong or this is good.
And
I know for me,
I..
Couldn't live my life
without knowing
that there's some form
of purpose to it.
You know, it's not enough
for a lot of people
to convince them to believe.
But for others,
it's more than enough.
Yeah.
I know what you mean.
Yes,
I've never met anyone
like Rachel before.
She just seems to give
so much to others.
Yeah.
There's not a lot
that I'm certain of, Nathaniel
but
I'm sure that
Rachel is the real deal.
She
just really believes
and
you can see it in her life.
I just wish
there were more people like her.
Is it okay if I stay here
one more day?
Yeah, of course.
Now,
music?
Hey.
Are you going somewhere?
Yeah, I'm going out.
Where are you going?
Church.
On Saturday?
- Uh
- huh.
Can I come?
Of course.
Hey.
Is everything okay with Emily?
Really?
All we can really do is just
be there for her you know.
She's still trying to figure out
who she is.
Leony!
Hey, how are you doing?
I've been good.
This is Nathaniel.
He's helping us out today.
Hi, it's great to see you here.
So, what we can do to help?
There's some things
that can be done
in the kitchen.
No, but I have a photo
with them.
No, I don't recognize
any of the place
but it was the best moment
I've ever had.
Need any help?
No, it's alright.
Pass me the lettuce.
So,
this is church?
Pretty much.
We prepare food
for a lot of homeless
people here.
Some of the people who've
been coming
have been coming here for years.
A lot of the kids don't
have parents.
That's pretty cool
you guys do that.
Well, if we don't, who will?
Plus, it's actually
a lot of fun.
I'm just so thankful
to have Rachel here every week
to help set all of these up.
And also for her new
friend Nathaniel
for all of his help this morning
and everyone else.
You guys make me feel so lucky
to have a safe place
to bring my kids to.
So, how'd you go with the stuff
the guy was saying today?
It was alright.
I don't know what I
believe in though
about all that stuff.
Yeah,
I didn't think a lot
of people do.
Well, it's okay.
I want to know, like...
I want to figure out
what to believe in
but...
I don't know, Rachel...
You...
you believe in God, right?
Nathaniel...
I look around and I see the way
people around me live
their lives.
Some live their lives
in pursuit of money
and recognition.
Others, boyfriends and girlfriends,
you know, that romantic high.
Very few
with their lives serving others.
Helping those in need.
Giving time to causes
that
don't affect them.
I guess that's just
what means the most to me.
That's what
believing in God means to me.
I guess, you're right.
I've just never thought about
anything like that.
Yeah, a lot of people don't.
I've just,
never met anyone like
you before.
And I've never met
anyone like you.
Come on in.
So, you've got everything
you need?
Yeah. Thank you.
Hey.
Hey.
You know,
I've seen you before.
Yeah.
You were serving at this
soup kitchen I was at.
I've always wondered
what kind of people volunteer
at those places.
And
I'm glad that I've met you guys.
Well, I'm glad I've
met you too, Nathaniel.
It's people like you that make
the whole thing worth it.
Hey,
you want to grab a drink?
No, thank you.
You don't drink?
Never have.
Would you prefer if I did?
No,
no way.
I like the way you are.
Like,
you don't dress and talk
like other girls.
It's a good thing.
I just can't seem to do anything
that doesn't have any
value to me,
I guess.
All I wanna know is that
I'm making a difference
in the world.
That I'm looking outside myself
and helping others.
I think you definitely do that.
Thanks.
How are you, Nathaniel?
Are you
okay?
Yeah.
I really am.
That makes me really happy.
I think we can both learn a lot
from each other.
You already taught me so much.
Hey.
Hey.
Oh, do you wanna go away
with some friends this weekend?
Sure, where you guys heading?
Just some beach.
We're gonna take a bus.
Cool. Sounds fun.
Hey, why aren't you playing?
I'm not the best at sports.
It's okay. We're just
having fun.
Yeah.
Growing up,
I never really fit in at school.
It's all right.
Think a lot of kids
struggle to fit in at school.
Just funny because those kids
turn into adults,
and fitting in the adult world
is kind of the same thing.
Yeah, that's true.
There anything on your mind?
You have no idea.
Yeah, that's why it's
so interesting
not knowing what people
are really thinking.
Do you think I'm a good person?
Yeah, I really do.
How long have we known
each other now?
Let's say a few weeks.
We've come a long way.
Think Mark is really taking you
under his wing.
Yeah,
he's a good guy.
Hey, Rachel.
I really
like you.
Like,
I think you're one of the most
amazing people I have ever met.
I don't even know how to say
thank you for what you
did for me.
You don't have to thank me.
I'm just glad I could help you.
What do you think about
love and feelings people have?
Well, what does loving someone
mean to you?
I suppose...
valuing their happiness
over yours.
Yeah,
I like that description.
You know, I struggle a lot
to not love people.
It's like, I've been
given this gift
that just makes me love
and see people
the same as me.
When it comes to falling in love
I don't know the first
place to stop.
'Cause my heart is just so full
of love for everyone.
Not romantically inclined
to any person.
I just feel like there's more
important things in
my life right now.
You know, it's something
I will want
when the time is right.
For now,
I'm content of where I am at.
You know, I believe in life
you get one person.
One person to devote yourself
entirely to...
to invest in.
I know a lot of people
don't believe what I
believe but,
that's just me.
I want one person.
I'm waiting for that
person to be right
and then just know it is.
You really view love
as something
much deeper than a feeling.
Loving people is something
we should do always.
Loving and committing
to one person
requires a lot longer
of a process
of commitment and connection.
Yeah.
I actually kinda like that.
Is there anything else
you're thinking about?
I don't know.
I guess you've given me
a lot to process.
You've given me a
lot to process too.
Are you convinced God is real?
I don't know.
But
I think more than I used to.
Think we're all figuring out
what we believe in.
Nathaniel, I'm gonna
go talk to Em now.
You'll be alright here
on your own?
Yeah.
I'll probably join in
on the game later
Just the person I
was looking for.
Can you try one of these for me?
Yeah.
This is vegetarian.
Yeah. Do you like it?
Really good.
Have you seen that guy before?
Which guy?
The homeless guy.
No.
He looks to young to
be on the streets.
We should help him.
That's right. He's
already getting
heaps of money.
Hey, what's your name?
Sorry?
I said, what's your name?
Uhm... Nathaniel.
I'm Rachel.
Heard you playing
guitar around here
It's really good.
Oh, yeah. It's broken.
Well, that's no good.
What are you doing out here?
I just got nowhere else to go.
Do you wanna get lunch with us?
This is Emily by the way.
What are you guys eating?
We're just trying
to figure that out.
Thinking Thai food?
Thai food?
Yeah.
You like Thai?
Are you guys ready to order?
Oh, just give us a second.
Thank you.
Anything catch your
eye, Nathaniel?
Yeah.
Gonna have this one.
Great.
I'll get the veggie Pad Thai.
Thank you.
So, Nathaniel.
Tell us more about yourself.
We wanna know everything.
Well, I was born in
the Philippines.
And when I was seven,
my dad,
he was killed
by a gang back there.
So,
I grew up with my mum
over here in Australia.
She's married someone else now.
It wasn't
exactly the best.
And
I've been living on the streets
ever since then.
Pretty much.
Anything else you wanna know?
Sounds like you've
been through a lot
Well...
We're really glad we've met you.
And I'm glad you came
to lunch with us.
Hey,
can I talk to you for a second?
- Yeah.
- Thanks.
Hey, I don't feel comfortable here.
I think I'm gonna go.
Oh, yeah that's fine, you go.
Hey Em, how's your night?
It's okay.
Hey.
Hi.
Just a sec.
Hey, you okay?
Yeah.
I just want to say thank you
for letting me have Nathaniel
stay last night.
That's okay.
I have people over all the time.
You know, I'm always
here for you, Em.
I know.
Hey, Em.
Hey.
Do you want any dinner?
We're cooking.
No thanks.
How'd the other night
with Sean go?
Yeah, it was all right.
Anything happened?
You guys left together.
No, nothing.
I just went home.
Well, that's good.
I was thinking of seeing him
later tonight.
If that's okay with you.
Yeah, sure.
Hey, are you home?
Can you wait up for me?
Hey.
Are you okay? What's happened?
I don't know.
I just
keep doing
the same stupid things.
And my friends is stupid.
I just don't feel anything.
Don't be silly, of
course, you do.
Wasn't Sarah with you?
No.
She had other friends.
You're gonna be okay, Em.
Hey, how you feeling?
Okay.
You interested
in an adventure today?
Where to?
Just out with some friends.
Is this your first
time out here?
Yeah.
I don't go out much.
You should hang out with us more
you always have such a good time
I know, I just don't
have time always.
Nathaniel's staying
with you guys now, isn't he?
Yeah, he is.
How do you guys do it?
Always do such crazy things.
I think it's more
Rachel than me.
But
yeah, she's a good influence
on me.
I think she's a good influence
on everyone.
I'm surprised you've never
asked her out before.
No, I wouldn't dare
do that to her.
She deserves someone
much more similar to her.
Yeah.
Can't wait to meet that guy.
Hey, thanks for bringing
me here.
I really needed to get out.
Is everything okay with Nathaniel?
I think he's gonna be fine.
What's the matter?
Just not good enough...
to always handle these situations.
What do you mean?
You're like the best
person I know.
Thanks, but still not perfect.
- We're so different.
- You and me.
I don't even know how
we get along.
Emily, are you happy?
No.
Do you know why?
I don't know. I just...
I get caught up
in all the little things.
And I honestly,
don't know what to do
with my life.
You're always giving
everything you have
to help people.
Like those kids in Africa
and everything.
I don't know. I just,
I can't be like that.
It's not me.
And it's not that I don't
wanna be like you.
I just...
I don't have it in me.
Do you think I'm selfish?
I think most people are selfish.
It's what comes to us naturally.
Why aren't you selfish then?
Why do you care so much?
Em, you know why.
I wake up everyday
and I'm just so content.
So grateful for the life
I've been given.
Do you really believe in God?
God is everything to me, Em.
I wouldn't be who I
am without him.
Pause.
Thanks for looking after me,
Nathaniel.
Mum, don't worry about it.
Are you off to work today?
Yeah, I'll be there all day.
And are you enjoying
your time there?
Yeah.
I better get going.
I'll see you later tonight, okay?
Hey Derek.
I got a pretty busy schedule.
I'll see you when I
can find a time
already.
Yeah, I'll call you later, okay?
Alright, see you.
What's up?
I don't know, I guess,
I just wanted to talk.
Okay...
What's on your mind?
I don't think
I've been the nicest to you.
I know your Christian.
And I know that's important
to you.
But
I really just don't
think about those things.
I really
just don't see God in my life.
Or religion or anything
to have any point.
Do you really not
believe in God, Em?
I don't know.
Then what do you believe in?
Well
I don't know
if I believe in God.
But I do know that
you're the closest thing
to a good person I've ever met.
You know, it's not just me, Em.
I prayed for you so much.
I've seen God work in your life.
Look at you,
you're stronger than
you've ever been.
You're not the same person
I used to know.
Is that God, though?
I can't see him.
Rach,
I'm trying.
But I can't see him.
I just see you.
You see me?
Yeah,
I see you.
Hey, Maria.
Here.
Hey, have you heard
from Nathaniel?
Haven't see him in a while.
Hope he's okay.
No, I haven't seen him.
I've never seen you
go after anyone
as much as Nathaniel, Rach.
I can't believe you just
walked up to him that day.
Yeah, it wasn't something
I normally do.
Just felt like it was right.
I've got Charles and Maria
who's still seeing him
all the time.
Plus, that trip to Zimbabwe
you've got planned next year.
Rach, I feel like you
need a holiday.
Yeah, maybe I'll take one
with you sometime.
Nathaniel, hey.
Rachel's just inside,
she'll be out in a second.
How you going?
I'm doing well.
Yeah?
It's so weird, we were just
talking about you.
Hopefully, good things?
When was the last
time I saw you?
I went to a social
Rachel had organized
a few months ago.
But
I just felt like it was time to
step away
and do my own thing.
And, yeah, I've been
hanging out with Mark too.
Yeah,
it's good to have
figured out for yourself
what you're gonna do.
You aren't Christian,
are you, Emily?
No,
not really.
Yeah, but Rachel,
she fully believes in it all.
I've never met someone like her.
She just,
gives constantly.
Yeah.
She's definitely a unique person.
She's actually the best roommate.
Does she
make you believe in God more?
Yeah, definitely.
I mean,
it's hard not to be
influenced by her.
She makes me wanna believe
in something.
You know,
the first time I saw you,
I just...
didn't think you had any chance.
Like, I was there with
Rach and...
she just saw the potential
in you.
Like she could see right
to the core
of who you really were
as a person.
I used to hate her
bringing all those people
to our house that
I didn't think were normal
or
Cool enough to be near me.
But she always prove me wrong.
Those people always
we're so grateful
for everything she did.
And people in my life
who
I thought all worth my time
always seem to let me down.
I just
believe
that there aren't many
truly unselfish people
out there.
Like sure, there's good
in people.
But just purely,
genuine,
kind, selfless people
are so rare.
Can I ask you something then?
Like,
you see how happy Rachel is.
The way she lives her life.
She's always ready
to drop anything for you.
Why don't you want to
be more like her?
Yeah, of course,
I want to be more like her.
I just
don't have it in me.
What she does isn't normal.
It's pretty crazy, actually.
Hey!
Hey.
What are you doing here?
It's so good to see you.
I just finished work
and thought I'd stop by
and see what you guys
were up to.
We we're just heading
out, actually,
but you're welcome to join.
We're just grabbing dinner.
Thai food.
Yeah, that sounds great.