Close to Eden (1991)
PG 30 Oct 1992 • Adventure, Drama, Romance • 1h 59m
The shepherd Gombo lives with his wife, three children and grandmother in a tent on the Mongolian steppe. They are pleased with their rustic conditions, until a Russian truck driver, Serguei, gets stuck with his truck nearby. The cultural gap between Gombo and Serguie seems invincible. But maybe they can learn a few things from each other?
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Language:
Mongolian, Russian, Mandarin
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 5 wins & 12 nominations total
Country:
France, Soviet Union
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Box Office Total:
$377,832