What is The Garden?
The Garden is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1983
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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The Garden is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama.
Should you watch it?
“A Soviet drama reimagines Borges' labyrinthine tale amid the looming 1916 battle.”
- Adaptation of Jorge Luis Borges' celebrated short story
- Offers a Soviet perspective on World War I events
- Compact 31‑minute runtime makes for a focused watch
- Short runtime limits character development
- Historical setting may feel distant to some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate literary adaptations and Soviet-era experimental cinema.
The film’s serious historical drama and literary focus make it suitable for mature audiences.
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What source material does the film use?
It is based on Jorge Luis Borges' short story "The Garden of Forking Paths."
When does the story take place?
The narrative is set on the eve of the British offensive in Saint-Montauban on July 24, 1916.
Who directed the film?
Alexander Kaidanovsky directed it as a coursework project at the Higher Courses for Scriptwriters and Directors at VGIK.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 31 minutes.
Where was the film shot?
Filming occurred in a room of a communal apartment on Vorovskogo street, where Kaidanovsky lived.
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