Cast
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Juozas Budraitis
as
Viktorija Kuodytė
as Linda
Vaiva Mainelytė
as
Gražina Balandytė
as
Povilas Gaidis
as
Elena Gaigalaitė
as
Aldona Jodkaitė
as
Danutė Juronytė
as
Saulius Kizas
as
Oneida Kunsunga
as
Janina Lapinskaitė
as
Nijolė Narmontaitė
as
Vytautas Paukste
as
Vidas Petkevicius
as
Povilas Stankus
as
Crew
Director
- Algimantas Puipa
Writer
- Janina Survilaite
- Algimantas Puipa
Producer
- Arūnas Stoškus
- Kęstutis Petrulis
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Garden of Eden examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Algimantas Puipa brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Garden of Eden took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 39 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 4, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 33m