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20196 minPGdoc-short

Lines to color within

20196 minPGdoc-short

A Mediterranean fig tree, Ficus carica, grows on the outskirts of Montreal, representing the work of a 60-year-old Montrealer of Argentine origin.

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A Mediterranean fig tree, Ficus carica, grows on the outskirts of Montreal, representing the work of a 60-year-old Montrealer of Argentine origin.

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Matthew Wolkow

Matthew Wolkowdirector

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On the outskirts of Montreal, a Mediterranean fig tree, known as Ficus carica, stands in a backyard. This tree is cultivated by a 60-year-old resident with roots in Argentina. The six-minute documentary captures the unique blend of cultures and environments that converge in this small space. It presents a personal observation of how a single tree can symbolize the meeting of three regions of the world, reflecting the life and experiences of its caretaker.

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