A Dwarf in the Garden (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1981, A Dwarf in the Garden is a notable film directed by Claudio Caldini, running about 13 minutes.
What it’s about. The title Un enano en el jardin is an allusion to the Super 8 format and the setting where the actions that comprise the film unfold. A catalogue of extreme experiments with the mobility of the camera coordinated with brief improvisations by the Brazilian dancer Alice Bloch. It was mostly filmed with an Instamatic m22 camera (possibly the simplest and lightest Super 8 camera, with a fixed lens and manual diaphragm), so resistant that it functioned in conditions that would be unthinkable with a more complex camera, rotating at high speed around the optical axis or tied to a 35mm reel rewinder.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, A Dwarf in the Garden has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Dwarf in the Garden page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Dwarf in the Garden (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Dwarf in the Garden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Dwarf in the Garden worth watching?
- A Dwarf in the Garden holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A Dwarf in the Garden released?
- A Dwarf in the Garden was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.