The Girls Garden
Ellas
Synopsis
Julia inherited her mother Asunta’s job as a domestic worker in the wealthy De la Puente household, where she was raised alongside the family’s daughters. Asunta, an Andean woman who migrated to Lima after Peru’s 1970 earthquake, carried a life shaped by displacement, silence, and sacrifice. Over the years, affection and inequality became inseparably intertwined within the household. Now, as illness and old age expose long-buried secrets, Julia is forced to confront the invisible social order that has defined her existence. Torn between loyalty and freedom, she must decide whether to remain in the role imposed on her or finally reclaim her own identity.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Lima Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
- Screenplay & Story
- Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
- Original Title
- Ellas
- Country of Origin
- Peru
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Séptimo Sello
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
Department Leadership Roster
Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
Director
Eduardo Mendoza de Echave
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Girls Garden
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Girls Garden about?
Julia inherited her mother Asunta’s job as a domestic worker in the wealthy De la Puente household, where she was raised alongside the family’s daughters. Asunta, an Andean woman who migrated to Lima after Peru’s 1970 earthquake, carried a life shaped by displacement, silence, and sacrifice. Over the years, affection and inequality became inseparably intertwined within the household. Now, as illness and old age expose long-buried secrets, Julia is forced to confront the invisible social order that has defined her existence. Torn between loyalty and freedom, she must decide whether to remain in the role imposed on her or finally reclaim her own identity.
Who directed The Girls Garden?
The Girls Garden was directed by Eduardo Mendoza de Echave.
Who stars in The Girls Garden?
The principal cast of The Girls Garden includes Norma Martínez, Jimena Lindo, Katia Salazar, Ana Cecilia Natteri, Flor Castillo.
When was The Girls Garden released and how long is it?
The Girls Garden was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.