The Cherry Tree (Gilas Ağacı)

Overview

It is the story of an old man - Gulam - and the cherry tree which grew in his garden. As the story opens, the village children consider Gulam their best friend. But as the war wears on, Gulam directs his kindness and affection to his cherry tree, shielding the tree from the children who are starving. In the process, Gulam becomes very aggressive and eventually is seen as the enemy of the children. The movie shows how war can destory even the most tender and gentle feelings, as well as the most basic moral values of being human.

Key Crew

Top Cast

Sevinj Ismailova

Nigar

Soltan Mammadov

Sadig

Mammadrza Sheikhzamanov

Gulam

Leyla Badirbayli

Mushafar

Zemfira Ismailova

Sadig's Mother

Mukhtar Avsharov

Saftarali

Farhad Ismailov

Tariyel Qasimov

Sadig's Father

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