“It's time to grow up!”
Bernie, a grumpy widower stuck in his solitary routine, finds unexpected companionship when he orders a bizarre "Grow Your Own Girlfriend" kit from a mysterious infomercial. Set against the backdrop of grief, aging, and late-in-life connection, Growing Pains is a darkly whimsical exploration of love, loss, and how much water it takes to fill a void.
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Ellie McCaffrey-Wildman Director · Conor Toner Director George A. Barnes Cinematographer
First release November 1, 2025 · Produced in Ireland · Production Northern Ireland Screen, BFI
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Northern Ireland Screen
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BFI
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English
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English
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United Kingdom · November 1, 2025
Premiere · Belfast Film Festival
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