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Back to EpisodesCannabis, cannibalism and a $19,000 budget: Kiwi film, the Weed Eaters
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Description
The Weed Eaters is a Kiwi comedy-horror set in North Canterbury, following two couples on a New Year's camping trip who encounter a particular strain of weed with unexpected consequences. It debuted at the NZ International Film Festival, won Best Feature at SXSW Sydney, and is currently touring the country. Made for $19,000, the film stars writer Finnius Teppett and Alice May Connolly, known for Sweet Tooth, Wellington Paranormal and The Power of the Dog. Both join Culture 101 live.