Digging into our deep-rooted love affair with lawns.
Synopsis
Whether we love them, loathe them, or just tolerate the upkeep, lawns have the peculiar power to simultaneously unite us and divide us. For centuries, the front lawn has symbolized success, shaping the American dream one neatly trimmed blade at a time. But as water shortages grow, ecosystems shrink, and weekends fill with endless mowing, more people are rethinking their relationship with grass.
With humor as its fertilizer, One Nation Under Sod explores the evolution of the lawn, the $11 billion industry keeping it green, and the modern-day “turf war.” We’ll meet homeowners swapping grass for wildflowers and others proudly defending their turf.
In a time of climate uncertainty, this film offers a hopeful message: Whether you love your lawn or are ready to rethink it, small changes can have a big impact, one yard at a time.
