The Garden
הגן
Synopsis
Abraham, an old man, has a fruit garden in Jerusalem that is threatened by a number of people who want to buy him out or chase him off. One day, the old man finds a mute young woman (Melanie Griffith), confused after being attacked by thugs, wandering in his garden and he thinks she is actually an angel.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival [Les yeux fertiles]
Festival / Special Debut
June 6, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Victor Nord
- Screenplay & Story
- Yosef Avisar
- Original Title
- הגן
- Country of Origin
- Israel
- Spoken Languages
- English, German, Hebrew
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Victor Nord
Yosef Avisar
Department Leadership Roster
Victor Nord
Director
Yosef Avisar
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Garden
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What is The Garden about?
Abraham, an old man, has a fruit garden in Jerusalem that is threatened by a number of people who want to buy him out or chase him off. One day, the old man finds a mute young woman (Melanie Griffith), confused after being attacked by thugs, wandering in his garden and he thinks she is actually an angel.
Who directed The Garden?
The Garden was directed by Victor Nord.
Who stars in The Garden?
The principal cast of The Garden includes Melanie Griffith, Shaike Ophir, Tuvia Tavi, Zachi Noy.
When was The Garden released and how long is it?
The Garden was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.