“With stunning visuals and a message that will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever found peace in the garden, this film is a tribute to the role gardens play in our lives.”
— Victoria Schmidt, Editor-in-Chief, The National Gardener
“The Gardener is a sweet story about giving something time and care, and how tending a garden connects us with that peace of mind that often comes from slowing down and reconnecting with nature.”
– Rochelle Greayer, Editor-in-Chief, American Gardener
After the loss of her husband and father, Sabena Weathers fights to preserve her family’s cosmetics empire while facing a hostile takeover. Seeking refuge, she retreats to a remote mountaintop garden cottage, where a chance encounter with a simple gardener sparks a powerful journey of love, self-discovery, and transformation. Rooted in quiet mystery and emotional truth, THE GARDENER explores loss, healing, and the courage to realize one’s true self.
Director: Dabney Day (US 2025) 107 min.
OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 22
$15 General | $1125 Seniors & Youth | $9.25 CAFILM Members