From the Ground Up (2017)

7.0/10 • 97 min • Documentary

Overview

In the feature documentary FROM THE GROUND UP, former meat-eating college football player Santino Panico goes on a journey to rediscover the athlete within--this time, as a vegan. As he meets with vegetarian and vegan elite competitors, this story about food and sport expands to confront the social norms and far-reaching impacts of food choices.

Cast

Steph Davis

Herself (professional climber)

Scott Jurek

Himself (ultra runner)

Carol J. Adams

Herself

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Directed by John Ford