The Hedge Theater (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2003, The Hedge Theater is a documentary film directed by Robert Beavers, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Beavers shot The Hedge Theatre in Rome in the 1980s. It is an intimate film inspired by the Baroque architecture and stone carvings of Francesco Borromini and St. Martin and the Beggar, a painting by the Sienese painter Il Sassetta. Beavers’ montage contrasts the sensuous softness of winter light with the lush green growth brought by spring rains. Each shot and each source of sound is steeped in meaning and placed within the film’s structure with exacting skill to build a poetic relationship between image and sound.
Who’s in it. The Hedge Theater stars Robert Beavers as Himself and Gregory J. Markopoulos as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Hedge Theater has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hedge Theater page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hedge Theater tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hedge Theater (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hedge Theater change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hedge Theater worth watching?
- The Hedge Theater holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hedge Theater?
- The Hedge Theater stars Robert Beavers and Gregory J. Markopoulos.
- When was The Hedge Theater released?
- The Hedge Theater was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.