While the Green Grass Grows
Synopsis
First, there is the Appenzell countryside, and the melting snow that makes the streams overflow. Then the death of his mother, and the need to spend time with his father. On top of that, a global pandemic. Peter Mettler is a rare gem of a filmmaker. Here he (re)constructs the filmed diary of his intimate relationship with the world and the beings that inhabit it, in this work of documentary goldsmithery.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Antenna Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Mettler
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Mettler
- Original Title
- While the Green Grass Grows
- Country of Origin
- Canada, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 2h 46m
- Production Studios
- Grimthorpe Film, Maximage, SRF, SRG SSR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Mettler
Peter Mettler
Peter Mettler
Jordan Kawai, Peter Mettler
Cornelia Seitler, Peter Mettler, Brigitte Hofer
Department Leadership Roster
Jordan Kawai
Editor
Peter Mettler
Editor
Cornelia Seitler
Producer
Peter Mettler
Producer
Brigitte Hofer
Producer
Peter Mettler
Writer
Peter Mettler
Director of Photography
Peter Mettler
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About While the Green Grass Grows
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is While the Green Grass Grows about?
First, there is the Appenzell countryside, and the melting snow that makes the streams overflow. Then the death of his mother, and the need to spend time with his father. On top of that, a global pandemic. Peter Mettler is a rare gem of a filmmaker. Here he (re)constructs the filmed diary of his intimate relationship with the world and the beings that inhabit it, in this work of documentary goldsmithery.
Who directed While the Green Grass Grows?
While the Green Grass Grows was directed by Peter Mettler.
Who stars in While the Green Grass Grows?
The principal cast of While the Green Grass Grows includes Not specified.
When was While the Green Grass Grows released and how long is it?
While the Green Grass Grows was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 46m.