From the Ground Up

The documentary presents a comprehensive look at coffee, which is the world's second most traded commodity after oil. It follows the filmmaker's journey from Guatemala to South Carolina and New York City, illustrating the processes of growing, picking, processing, distributing, brewing, and selling coffee.

Through its narrative, From the Ground Up emphasizes the interconnectedness of our consumption habits and the lives behind the products we use daily. This film serves as a thought-provoking examination of the global coffee industry and its effects on people and economies worldwide.