Grown
Grown

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Grown

Movie
15 min
English

Best friends since middle school, Shawna, Sabrina, and Frankie are ready to celebrate senior year with their first real night out. But when their plan unravels in the chaos of New York City, buried secrets surface, and one revelation threatens to shatter their friendship for good.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users60%
Director: J.J. PerryGenres: Action, Comedy

Plot Summary

A street-smart florist who moonlights as a professional boxer finds himself in over his head when he takes on a dangerous assignment. He must team up with an unlikely ally to navigate the treacherous world of underground fighting and high-stakes gambling. Along the way, he confronts his past and fights for his future, proving that he's more than just a fighter.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven humor. However, audiences seemed to enjoy the action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors, leading to a more favorable audience score.

What Reviewers Say

  • The action sequences are energetic, but the film struggles with a derivative plot.

  • Kevin Hart and Mark Wahlberg offer some charisma, but it's not enough to elevate the material.

  • The humor is often hit-or-miss, with many jokes falling flat.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the movie entertaining, particularly appreciating the fight scenes and the comedic performances of Kevin Hart and Mark Wahlberg. Some viewers felt the story was predictable, but many still enjoyed it as a fun, popcorn-style action-comedy.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Family Plan' before being changed to 'Grown'.

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