At the Garden's Pace

  • ADFF selection

    About the film

    At the Garden’s Pace tracks a design-build process of a striking new modern pavilion within a botanical garden dedicated to conifers in the Dutch town of Hilversum. Under the watchful eyes of local residents, the architect-builders put on overalls and work shoes and navigate the year-long process.

    This hypnotic, deliberate film pulls you into the unhurried rhythm of the garden and rewards you for your attention.

    Featuring compelling characters and a satisfying conclusion, the documentary thoughtfully explores how bold contemporary architecture can find harmony within a century-old landscape.

    At the Garden's Pace

    • Year: 2024
    • Runtime: 74 minutes
    • Language: English, Dutch (with English subtitles)
    • Country: Netherlands
    • Director: Juan Benavides

    Screening location

    Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St.

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