Effroyables Jardins
- Comedy
- Drama
Lucien, 14, can’t understand why his father, a serious and respected teacher, makes a fool of himself by dressing up as a clown and giving a show. André, Lucien’s father’s best friend, feels for the teenager and decides to reveal something from their mutual past that will explain the reason for Lucien’s father’s strange behavior.
Strange Gardens is a 2003 French comedy-drama that explores an unusual father-son relationship when a respected teacher's secret passion for clowning bewilders his teenage son. When a family friend reveals the hidden history behind this strange behavior, Lucien begins to understand his father in a new light. The film examines family bonds, acceptance, and the masks we wear.
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BrazilTop cast
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Jacques VilleretJacques Pouzay
André DussollierAndré Designy
Thierry LhermitteThierry Plaisance
Benoît MagimelEmile Bailleul
Suzanne FlonMarie Gerbier
Isabelle CandelierLouise, Jacques' wife
Victor GarrivierFélix Gerbier- Bernard CollinsBernd
Damien JouillerotLucien, Jacques's son
Jean-Claude DurandRaoul, aka 'Cul Fanny'
Michel CordesBoss of the shooting
Nina-Paloma PollyFrançoise, Jacques' daughter- Maxime FouardPaulo
Solène ChavanneSuzy- Romain ProvvediMaurice
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Strange Gardens — frequently asked
When was Strange Gardens released?
Strange Gardens was released on March 26, 2003.
What is the film about?
The film follows 14-year-old Lucien as he struggles to understand why his father, a respected teacher, secretly performs as a clown. A family friend reveals a shared past that explains the father's eccentric behavior and helps Lucien see his father differently.
Is Strange Gardens available to watch?
Yes, Strange Gardens is a completed film from 2003 and is available through various streaming and rental platforms, though availability varies by region.
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