It stars Natalia de Molina, who won a Goya Award for her Leading Performance as an unemployed single mother.

The film reflects the stresses faced by individuals as the impact of the 2007–2008 global economic crisis continues to be felt in the Spanish economy.

Between feelings of shame, failure and the fear of losing custody of her 8-year-old son Adrián, she tries to maintain the appearance of living a normal life with some help from a neighbour.

The situation becomes worse when the landlord, himself overwhelmed by debts, sues her for the rent she owes.

Food and Shelter is the first feature film from Juan Miguel del Castillo, an experienced editor and director of shorts.