The Gardener

Never thought I'd enjoy watching a film doc of a "Gardener" but I gave it a shot soley because I'm a huge fan of documentaries. Needless to say I truly loved every bit of it. The story told, the old photos, the interviews, but the sweet icing on the cake was the breathtakingly picturesque views. Just the sheer beauty of all the colorful landscape brought back memories of my sweet old grandma in her tiny yard. The only boy (I had 3 sisters and a baby bro) grandma's house was where I spent my summers. All she did was tend her gardens and go to church. Anyhow, it was the most beautiful place to be as a young boy playing with my little cars and trucks. I believe my grandma, bless her soul truly felt as proud as Mr Cabot appeared. God surely blessed him with a huge heart and a tremendous mind.

For those who think it was a waste of wealth and time I recommend you watch 'Planet of the Humans'.

Quiet, casual, and filled with little bits of wisdom throughout. This film covers a bit of the history and genesis of Frank Cabot's garden in Quebec. Wonderful visuals with descriptions of areas of the garden are throughout, leaving the viewer feeling some of the peace that the garden must provide in person.

Some of the stories that go with each area of the garden are great from Frank. He seems very down to earth and I get the impression that the garden was never for anyone else besides him.

The film then goes on to cover how the garden first opened to visitors and some of the environmental preservation work Frank has done. If you're looking for a film to wind down before bed, or to leave you with a desire to go out and spend time outside - whether wild or cultivated - this is a film for you.

Ignore childish reviews like thesandman... the man did many constructive things with his time and money. Ask yourself what you would do if born into money?

Absolutely stunning gardens. Quebec is so beautiful and to have this man make these wonderful gardens throughout his life is magnificent. Thank god he used his money to create beauty instead of building worthless buildings. This is a wonderful documentary. Thank you.

Overall interesting show but it can grate on you a bit when you realize the unlimited wealth and resources at his disposal,travel throughout the world see some things you like get it done no matter what,where or how much it costs