The Garden Left Behind

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Audience Member This film was fantastic! It packs such an emotional punch and allows the viewer into a world that is not often authentically represented on the screen. The writing, directing and cinematography were nuanced and moving, making for a must-see film! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/14/23 Full Review dave d While the film isn't revolutionary, it does plant a seed by allowing dozens of trans actors, and behind the scenes personal to make a movie. That fact should make you smile. We get Ed Asner for crying out loud. One of the loudest progressive voices out there, Asner has done a lot of voice acting of late. Seeing him here, even if the scenes are brief brings an energy and class to the picture. Flavio Alves has written and directed four shorts, but this is his first feature length venture and it was funded in large part by EBAY. Yes, you read that right. Michael Madsen may have star billing, however he is in two scenes, probably filmed over a few hours. Carlie Guevara is the star and while the story has heft, we have to talk about the elephant in the room. Guevara is a novice at best and is often distracting. I appreciate how trans characters are played by trans actors. While there is still a long way to go, this film is a giant step forward from the ways trans characters were portrayed in the past. All that said the final few scenes had a power thanks to Alves. It's heartening to know films like this can be made. Final score: 6.5/10 Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member One star because these are important stories and topics that need to be told. However, the script dialogue is horrendous. The acting atrocious. Riddled with lgbt cliché's: Main character not only struggles transitioning, but also health problems, immigrant status, financial woes, AND a jerk boyfriend. I'm honestly surprised she didn't die of AIDs in the end. No that'd be too easy, let's bludgeon her in the streets. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/24/23 Full Review Audience Member A perfect story about being human. It's urgent and important film. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Audience Member A film with true staying power. Alves and Rotondo deftly maintain a sense of suspense and trepidation for the protagonist that keeps you invested the entire time. What a heartbreaking, but incredibly important, story to tell. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member An all around wonderful film! A must see especially with how the world is today.. with an outstanding cast and exceptional direction, this is the perfect mix of creativity and dedication! Flavio Alves will go down in history as one of the greatest directors of our time. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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