The Gardener
“He Plants the Seeds of Evil.”
Synopsis
Carl the Gardner grows odd plants for a rich Yankee woman Ellen Bennett living in South America while exercising a mental hold over her. All his previous employers died mysteriously.
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Seeds of Evil (1974) aka The Gardener - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-04-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James H. Kay
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Kay
- Original Score
- Mark Fredericks
- Original Title
- The Gardener
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James H. Kay
Jim Kay
Mark Fredericks
Department Leadership Roster
James H. Kay
Director
Jim Kay
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gardener
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What is The Gardener about?
Carl the Gardner grows odd plants for a rich Yankee woman Ellen Bennett living in South America while exercising a mental hold over her. All his previous employers died mysteriously.
Who directed The Gardener?
The Gardener was directed by James H. Kay.
Who stars in The Gardener?
The principal cast of The Gardener includes Katharine Houghton, Joe Dallesandro, Rita Gam, James Congdon, Esther Marí.
When was The Gardener released and how long is it?
The Gardener was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gardener?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gardener was composed by Mark Fredericks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gardener?
The Gardener holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).