“Killed by My Debt” was one of the great successes for Chance Perdomo, the actor who rose to international fame with Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Gen V. In the BAFTA award-winning drama, he portrays Jerome Rogers.
The story follows Jerome, who gets a motorbike and a job as a courier when he receives two traffic fines and begins receiving calls from bailiffs. With a zero-hour contract and immense pressure, he sees no way out.
Joseph Bullman (The Secret History of Our Streets) directed the film, based on a screenplay by Tahsin Guner, which is inspired by true events. It had its major premiere in 2018 and was produced by the BBC.
How to watch ‘Killed by My Debt’ on streaming
“Killed By My Debt” is the drama that was starred in by Chance Perdomo during 2018 and has become quite a trend in recent days. The movie is available to watch on BBC iPlayer, according to Just Watch.
The story addresses issues such as the injustice of the fine system and the financial pressure faced by many people, especially young individuals and those in precarious economic situations.
It also highlights how harassment and intimidation can have devastating consequences for people’s mental and emotional health. It has been praised for its authentic performance and its ability to raise awareness.
The plot follows Jerome as he struggles to pay a £65 parking fine, which grows into a significantly larger debt due to fees and accumulated interest. As financial pressure increases, he faces constant harassment from debt collectors.