Soil (2021)
Synopsis
In a community bound by an age-old tradition, how possible is it to revamp a business for the dead? A Moroccan-Belgian entrepreneur attempts to find out.
Network
Play4
Episodes
Pilot
In Brussels, first-generation Moroccan immigrant and funerary business owner Omar retires, leaving his right-hand daughter and rebellious son in charge.
Barking Dogs
Convinced that his idea is the future of the business, Ismael sets out to do some marketing with JB. Meanwhile, Omar keeps a big secret from his family.
Death of a Promise
Ismael's one-off burial suddenly becomes the firm's specialty, so along with Nadia they prepare for the next one — a challenging, high-profile service.
He Who Digs a Well
To buy Vanessa's silence and save the project, Ismael and JB get crafty and think out of the box. A miserable Rachid faces criticism from the community.
Palace Street
Business booms and the firm gets nominated for an award, so Ismael sets out to secure funds for an expansion amid clashes with Rachid over customers.
Concession F24
A tragic event ends Omar's trip and his return sets off a series of revelations and clashes complicating Ismael's situation. Brahim's truth gets out.
Diwan Awards
Ahead of the Diwan Awards, Nadia scrambles to save the business and seeks Ismael's help. The arrival of an unannounced guest stirs up some family drama.
Nejma
A furious Ismael heads out on a risky mission to Tangiers, his Moroccan hometown, putting family ties and the business at stake.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Grond
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Production
Dragons Films, Los Morros, Lunanime
