Synopsis: Luke Ellis is a builder-turned-farmer that has set up an innovative new business in the heart of Sheffield’s industrial quarter. Leaf + Shoot is an underground vertical bioponic farm built in a disused spring factory.
His closed loop system takes the food waste from local restaurants, cafés and businesses in his community and uses organic cycling methods including worm farms and hot composting to grow micro-herbs and vegetables beneath the streets of Sheffield.
We follow Luke on his inspirational journey to revolutionise the way we all think about urban farming.
About the Filmmaker: Brett Chapman is an award winning independent filmmaker from Sheffield. Interested in stories about individuals and small communities, he focusses his work around people and their unique experiences. Having originally trained as a journalist Brett’s work is not limited to a single genre or form. The use of obsolete and archaic technology in his films is a staple of his work and practice.
Jordan Carroll is a director and self-shooting cinematographer based in Sheffield with multiple short films under his belt. His eye for lighting and composition creates an amazing balance that allows him to tell a compelling story & capture vibrant images!
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| Released: | 2022 |
| Runtime: | 10 Mins |
| Director: | Brett Chapman & Jordan Carroll |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Producer: | Lewis Coates |
| Key Cast: | Luke Ellis, Danny Mager |