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The Grounds
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The Grounds

2018-04-08 · 88 min · Not rated

Comedy · Drama

Alcoholic loser Calvin keeps getting fired as a grounds-keeper, but is given one last chance by the assistant to a reclusive millionaire, Jack. Drunk, homeless, and sleeping in the bushes, Calvin gets the job and manages to interrupt Jack’s attempting suicide! As the two become fast friends they decide to live out their days in a haze of weed, booze and women. What could possibly go wrong?

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Directors
Peter O'Melia
Production companies
282 Studios, Cinematic Artistry, Indican Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Michael WelchMichael WelchJack
Trevor MorganTrevor MorganCalvin
Ashley HinshawAshley HinshawJulie
Allison PaigeAllison PaigeConnie
Darin HeamesDarin HeamesMark
Chasty BallesterosChasty BallesterosKrystal
Tiffany PanhilasonTiffany PanhilasonCandy
Mustafa ShakirMustafa ShakirDominic

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