Things Are Tough All Over

Amid the Great Recession of 2008, a Chicago family struggles to keep their heads above water. Nicole and Rodney Neal draw on the power of faith, family and friends as they cling to hope.

Cast

Jacqueline Childs

as Nicole

Christopher Austin

as Rodney

Christian Bean

as Trey

Abigail Sanders

as Elise

Alexis Aranda

as Maria

Judy Dallas

as Ola

Jessica Sherfield

as Jackie

Tim Lockett

as Len

Christopher Layton

as Terry

Reggie D. McMillian

as Community Activist

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