Eight‑year‑old Oliver suffers his mother Eleanor’s favouritism on his birthday. Suffering chest pain, he begs for help but is ignored and dies in loneliness. Trapped at home as a spirit, he keeps shielding his mother out of affection. Forensic medium Dr. Silas guides him to face the truth. With solid evidence uncovered, Eleanor is convicted for severe negligent supervision resulting in death. Oliver lets go of his obsession and finally celebrates his ninth birthday, finding a real home among other hurt child spirits.