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Grow Your Own
A refugee family are given an allotment plot and are met with suspicion by the people who have worked the gardens for years
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Plot Summary
A group of allotment owners in East London are facing eviction by a property developer. They decide to grow a genetically modified, fast-growing, potent cannabis plant to raise money and fight back. As their plan progresses, they encounter humorous and challenging situations, testing their resolve and community spirit.
Critical Reception
Grow Your Own received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its quirky humor and unique premise. Some found it charming and well-acted, while others felt it didn't fully realize its potential, occasionally suffering from a disjointed narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its offbeat humor and British charm.
Noted for its unique premise about guerrilla gardening with a twist.
Some reviewers found the plot to be a bit underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Hackney, East London, using real allotments, which added to its authentic and grounded feel.
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