But 'Naked Gardens' is not skin deep the film reveals underlying concerns about the housing crisis, education, and economic inequity, among other topics.
The film culminates in a Midwinter Naturist Festival that captures the residents and guests participating in various activities that people often do in the nude, such as swimming and meditation.īresnan and Lucas immerse viewers in the safe space of this community, and conversations address issues of body shame, and the issues that some residents have about having to wear clothes. (In one of the more memorable shots, resort owner Morley sits naked on Santa's lap.) But 'Naked Gardens' is never exploitative it presents life in this so-called 'paradise' without judgment. The film eavesdrops on board meetings and attends parties. Men and women of different ages and races are seen cleaning a motorcycle, playing tennis or basketball, and - gasp! - even cooking and using power tools. The filmmakers, who shot the film in the nude themselves, depict the quotidian life of the residents. 'Naked Gardens,' which is having its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, is Patrick Bresnan and Ivete Lucas' immersive, observational documentary about Sunsport Gardens, a Florida naturist community.
