Growing Up Smith

Growing Up Smith

It’s better to stand out than to fit in.

2017 · 102 min · ★ 7.1 · Comedy, Drama, Family

In 1979, an Indian family moves to America with hopes of living the American Dream. While their 10-year-old boy Smith falls head-over-heels for the girl next door, his desire to become a "good old boy" propels him further away from his family's ideals than ever before.

Directed by Frank Lotito · Written by Paul Quinn

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