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Close to Eden

1991 · 119 min · Director: Nikita Mikhalkov

Close to Eden (1991) is a drama film, directed by Nikita Mikhalkov. It stars Badema and Bayaertu. It explores the fragility and strength of family ties. The 119-minute film holds an audience score of 6.7/10.

Cast
Badema Badema B Bayaertu Vladimir Gostyukhin Vladimir Gostyukhin B Baoyinhexige B Bao Yungyan W Wurinile

What Close to Eden Is About

A farmer and his wife live in a rural part of Inner Mongolia with their three children. Chinese population control policies prevent them from having any more. The farmer sets out for the nearest town to obtain birth control. He comes upon a Russian truck driver who has ended up in a lake. The farmer takes the man back to his farm, and after initially being appalled, the Russian becomes enchanted with the peaceful life of the countryside and decides to stay. But his presence presages big changes for the peasants.

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What is Close to Eden about?

A farmer and his wife live in a rural part of Inner Mongolia with their three children. Chinese population control policies prevent them from having any more.

Where can I watch Close to Eden?

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How long is Close to Eden?

Close to Eden runs for 119 minutes (1h 59m).

When did Close to Eden come out?

Close to Eden was released in 1991.

Who directed Close to Eden?

Close to Eden was directed by Nikita Mikhalkov.

Who stars in Close to Eden?

Close to Eden stars Badema, Bayaertu, Vladimir Gostyukhin, Baoyinhexige.

What is Close to Eden's rating?

Close to Eden holds 7.5/10 on IMDb and 6.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.

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