Ben Walker is a homeless man fed up with his predicament in the care facility. The care leaves much to be desired. Along comes Gretta Wollenzeider, sympathetic to his cause, and she starts to take action. She arranges an interview with Mr. Dicton of the housing authorities to discuss plans to inspect the facility. But as she mobilizes, Ben passes away. Gretta is distraught and angry and decides to visit him in heaven. A heated discussion ensues between agitated Gretta and peaceful Ben. Along the way, they encounter angels, Niggy the demon, Ben's mother, and the truckers of Bacnauld's Bar. Finally, Gretta's and Ben's mothers connect, and together they make plans to improve Ben's former care facility.