Jason Kim, the oldest of three brothers, must struggle against poverty and guilt as he tries to keep his family together after the senseless death of their parents. His two younger brothers, B.J. and Paul think he's a joke and each seeks a different path to escape their gritty existence. B.J. can't understand why Jason's so hung up about their parents' death. Paul can't understand why Jason's so harsh on them. Meanwhile, Jason is betrayed by the one whom he loves most.