My Father's Garden

North American Premiere

In My Father’s Garden, a 48-year-old recently divorced gay man, Udi, embarks on the journey of fatherhood with the help of a surrogate, while grappling with the decline of his 81-year-old father, Natan, who battles vascular dementia. Their strained relationship began twenty-five years ago when Udi came out, a moment Natan met with harsh disapproval and rejection. As Natan faces the challenges of dementia, Udi seizes the opportunity to reconnect by filming their experiences together. This action leads to intimate conversations that bridge their longstanding divide, allowing Udi to take down the emotional barriers he built and foster a deeper empathy for his father. Through candid conversations and shared moments, they find a path to forgiveness and understanding. Their story unfolds with hope, laughter, and profound human connection, inspiring us all.