We Grown Now (2024)

Plot

Set against the backdrop of 1992 Chicago, the narrative follows two imaginative best friends, Malik and Eric, as they navigate the challenges of childhood and the struggles of life in public housing. Eager to break free from the monotony of school, their close friendship faces a severe test when a devastating tragedy strikes their neighborhood. With dreams of soaring beyond their circumstances, Malik and Eric must confront the harsh realities of their environment while grappling with their evolving identities amidst the chaos.