Concrete Garden
Jan 01, 1994 · 23m
Director
Alrick RileyOverview
A charming story about a West Indian girl who moves to 1950s London. Marcia has spent most of her 11 years living with her Jamaican grandmother but is sent to damp, dark London to start a new life with her parents. Missing her gran terribly, Marcia is surrounded by bullying schoolgirls, racism on TV and a jealous younger brother... Only her favourite pop star will help her feel at home. Concrete Garden is a wonderfully observed graduation film from director Alrick Riley. With warm performances from a young cast and exquisite detail in the production design, this tender short film powerfully evokes the trials and tribulations faced by kids settling in 1950s Britain.
Cast of Concrete Garden
Crew of Concrete Garden
About Concrete Garden
What is Concrete Garden about?
A charming story about a West Indian girl who moves to 1950s London. Marcia has spent most of her 11 years living with her Jamaican grandmother but is sent to damp, dark London to start a new life with her parents. Missing her gran terribly, Marcia is surrounded by bullying schoolgirls, racism on TV and a jealous younger brother... Only her favourite pop star will help her feel at home. Concrete…
When was Concrete Garden released?
Concrete Garden was released on January 1, 1994.
How long is Concrete Garden?
Concrete Garden runs 23 minutes.
Who directed Concrete Garden?
Concrete Garden was directed by Alrick Riley.
Who is in the cast of Concrete Garden?
The cast of Concrete Garden includes Martha Brown (Marcia), Claude Hobbs (David), Claudette Douglas (Mum), Owen Williamson (Dad) and Colin Salmon (Pop Star).