When 6-vear-old OLIVER finds an abandoned plush octopus doll at the beach, he develops a fascination with the eight legged creature. His obsession sparks inspiration in his mother. RAINA. a struggling artist and single mom, who goes on to create her best painting to date, earning her a spot at a prestigious art conservatory. But this once in a lifetime opportunity would separate Raina from her young son. forcing her to consider what she is willing to sacrifice.