Milly's Story

Guiding Themes

• Resilience – Overcoming personal and structural challenges.
• Emotional Poverty – Addressing the deeper, often invisible aspects of deprivation.
• Community-Driven Change – Mobilising people to take action together.
• Empowerment – Creating a space that fosters strength, support, and personal growth.

The Heart & Supporting Roles

• The Heart: Milly – A relentless force of nature, Milly’s past experiences fuel her mission. Her punk roots and lived experience of homelessness shape her unique approach to community building.
• Supporting Characters – The local community members who step forward to support her cause, from skilled tradespeople to those donating household items, each playing a crucial role in bringing The Hub to life.

Structuring the Narrative Arc

• Introduction: The documentary opens with glimpses of Milly’s past, setting the stage for her unique perspective and drive.
• The Catalyst: Milly’s realisation of emotional poverty as a critical, yet often ignored, aspect of deprivation sparks her vision for The Hub.
• The Challenge: Securing a low-cost, run-down building presents both an opportunity and a massive challenge. Financial constraints, structural work, and bureaucratic hurdles test her determination.
• The Turning Point: As Milly reaches out, the community responds. Volunteers, tradespeople, and donors rally behind her vision, demonstrating the power of collective action.
• The Resolution: The Hub’s opening day is a celebration of grassroots effort, with Milly choosing an inclusive community gathering over a formal event.
• Call to Action: The documentary closes with an invitation for viewers to take part, highlighting tangible ways they can contribute—such as volunteering to transform a back room into a boxing gym.

The film is designed not only to inspire but to mobilise action. By showcasing Milly’s work and the power of community involvement, the documentary calls on viewers to become active participants in grassroots change. The distribution strategy includes:

• Community Screenings & Workshops – Encouraging discussions on social change and emotional poverty.
• Social Media & Digital Outreach – Extending the film’s reach and engaging wider audiences with Milly’s mission.
• Call-to-Action Campaigns – Encouraging direct involvement through volunteering, donations, and skill-sharing.