Grow (2018)

The visually rich, poetic and contemplative film provides a glimpse into the rejuvenative powers of community gardening. "I was attracted to this project," Director Maclovia Martel remarked, "because of the importance of bringing greater attention to the urban gardening revolution." Executive Producer Michael Potter added, "I don't want to give away any plot spoilers, but the film goes beyond the relationship of urban gardening and community, and touches on the powerful, inspirational, spiritual and healing qualities of community gardening." Peter Rothe, president of Feed & Be Fed and a key subject of the film, suggests, "We set out building our agro-park, an oasis in the city, and wondered how the people would respond. We're overwhelmed by the affirmation and heartfelt support we received. The garden, its value and its lessons do not have to be explained. Everyone gets it. As Marshal McLuhan said, 'the medium is the message.'"