Gangsta Gardener

2025 | Coast Film & Music Festival

Duration: 16 min

Synopisis

Gangsta Gardener offers a powerful narrative through a single interview with Ron Finley, paired with stunning cinematography from his South Los Angeles garden. Ron Finley, a legend in the world of gardening (his gardening Masterclass is one of the most popular on the site), shares his profound journey and relentless pursuit to create a better world by empowering others to challenge societal norms. His garden, located in South Los Angeles, serves as a living testament to his mission of sustainable neighborhood gardening. 

Featured at Coast Film & Music Festival 2025

Production Team

Ron Finley, a South Central Los Angeles artist, fashion designer, and activist known for his work in transforming communities through gardening. Finley gained international recognition as the "Gangsta Gardener" after challenging the city of Los Angeles for citing him for growing vegetables in the parkway in front of his home. He is a prominent voice in the guerrilla gardening movement, advocating for community health and self-reliance by creating sustainable gardens in disadvantaged areas.