
The Tree of Life
- Terrence Malick
- 2011
- 2h 19m
- United States
Faith, origin, family. The iconic film that won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, sparked countless debates, fights, and even memes, and established Terrence Malick as one of the most influential auteurs in modern world-class cinema.
Synopsis
The impressionistic story of an American family in the 1950s. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of youth to the harsh maturation of adult life, as he tries to reconcile his complex relationship with his father. But Jack is also a lost soul in a modern world, searching for answers about his origin and the meaning of life, while questioning his faith.

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Το Δέντρο της Ζωής
Palme D'Or
Cannes Film Festival
2011
Nomination for Best Picture
Oscars
2012
Nomination for Best Director
Oscars
2012
Nomination for Best Cinematography
Oscars
2012
FIPRESCI Prize
San Sebastián Film Festival
2011