The Soviet Garden (2019)

Plot

A Moldovan filmmaker embarks on an investigative journey to uncover the hidden history of Soviet-era atomic gardening experiments. As he delves into the past, he encounters a tapestry of forgotten stories and forgotten landscapes shaped by these controversial practices. Through interviews and archival footage, he pieces together a narrative that reveals not only the scientific ambitions of the time but also the human cost and environmental implications. His quest intertwines personal reflections with broader themes of legacy and the quest for truth amidst the shadows of history.