Kamis, 21 Maret 2013

The Impact Of Grow Jamaica

By Jill Faulkner


Grow Jamaica is a movie adaptation of a book by the same title written by Reverend James Campbell. It is an incisive look at the impact of marijuana legalization in the country. The analysis covers political, social, economic and medical implications. Contributors to the documentary include are stakeholders in almost all sectors of the society.

The documentary runs for sixty minutes taking both educational and entertaining perspectives. Contributions have been sort from doctors, politicians, economists as well as officers in the police force. Each has a unique tale to tell and their perspectives are fascinating. Their contributions expand the dialogue in legalization of marijuana.

Some of the characters featured in the book include Leeroy Campbell, who is described as a staunch Christian. He lived as a writer with numerous publications to his name. Campbell is also said to have been an accomplished artist and designer. These are just a few of the occupations listed.

Grow Jamaica advocates for freedom to the Jamaican people to cultivate, sell and even market ganja. His research indicates that the benefits spread from nutritional to tourism sectors. In his analysis, this would place the country in a unique position with incredible economic benefits. He had researched and given lectures on these issues and demonstrated the effect of ganja on the mind, body and spirit.

Reverend Campbell is motivational in his speeches having worked as a teacher and counselor. His speeches are motivational, uplifting and confrontational. He has conducted research in natural herbs before arriving at such conclusions. The documentary has featured as part of the official selection for the BFI Film festivals in 2006 and Flash Point Film Festival in 2007.

Another character featured in the movie is Stephen Marley. Though he was raised in Jamaica, Marley was born in Delaware. He teamed up with his siblings to form and perform with Ziggy Marley and The Melody Makers. He was a talented lead vocalist with Sugar Pie and performed during Jamaica Music Festival in Montgomery.

Grow Jamaica also features Oliver Samuels a renowned broadcaster and actor. He has featured in a series called Oliver at Large which was written by Aston Cooke and produced by Butler Calvin. He has a sidekick that makes him conspicuous. He is a funny character who has inspired several productions including Oliver and the genies as well as Pinocchio.

Other characters have played significant roles in shaping the entire story and examining the ramifications of legalizing the trade in ganja. They include Dr Bragga whose profile is still being built within the documentary. Each has a unique yet significant role of determining the direction of trade in ganja. The cast forms a formidable team that evaluates the implications in a funny and educative manner.

The success of grow Jamaica in pushing for legitimization of marijuana can only be assessed over time. Opposition has been sustained for such a move and the debate continues. This is one of the boldest activism movements considering the negative connotation associated with the plant. Proponents think that this will lead to an economic revolution while those on the opposition still consider it as a harmful drug.




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