A brand new experience is coming to Montreal, showcasing one of Canadian short film’s masterpieces.‘The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story’ brings the Oscar-winning film to life through immersive environments that combine science and art. The experience transports you to the heart of the story for a magical family adventure.
Immerse yourself in the moving story of a shepherd determined to grow a forest in the middle of a valley affected by deforestation—and discover how a story from the 1980s can teach us about our world today. Get your tickets for the experience, which has just been extended until March 8:
L’homme qui plantait des arbres: un récit immersif
The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story
Everything you need to know about “The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story” in Montreal 🌳
Although the experience is based on Jean Giono’sstory and Frédéric Back’s short film, ‘The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story’ brings a touch ofmodernity and technology that breathes new life into the classic tale.
The experience is divided into several stages: the arrival of the shepherd, his settlement in the village, deforestation, the plan to plant a hundred acorns, and finally the planting—and flowering—of thousands of trees. Groups of four move through the rooms of the experience, equipped with headphones and an audio guide that serves as a guide for the journey.
The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story
Thanks to Montreal multimedia studio Supply + Demand and the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa, which co-produced the experience, The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story tells us more about the role of trees in the quest for a flourishing world. It is also a call to Montrealers to take up the shepherd’s mantle— an invitation to preserveand respect flora.
The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Story
A celebration of Canadian art ✨
From the author of the book to the director of the short film to the creators of this new immersive story, the life of The Man Who Planted Trees points to the richness of Canada’s artistic heritage. This new experience was created in partnership with Montreal multimedia studio Supply + Demand and the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa —which has been hosting the experience in Ottawa since its opening in May 2025.
The interactive journey is now open in Montreal, where visitors can marvel at Frédéric Back’s 20,000 drawings and much more.