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201716 minPGdoc-short

A Singular Garden

201716 minPGdoc-short

A historic garden in the Museum of the Republic reveals how people interact with it amid the chaos of urban life.

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A historic garden in the Museum of the Republic reveals how people interact with it amid the chaos of urban life.

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Mônica Klemzdirector

Mônica Klemzwriter

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At the Museum of the Republic, a historic garden sits amid urban chaos. Director Mônica Klemz presents interactions between people and the garden. The film examines various layers of the garden's meaning. It reflects on themes of globalization and individuality. This 16-minute documentary captures the dynamic relationship between nature and society. It presents a moment where history and modern life intersect in a single location.

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