A brand new experience is coming to Montreal this autumn, showcasing one of the masterpieces of Canadian short film.The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Narrative’ showcases the Oscar-winning film through immersive environments that combine science and art. The experience transports you to the very heart of the tale 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 80s can educate our world today. Get your tickets for this nostalgic experience:
L’homme qui plantait des arbres: un récit immersif
All about ‘The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Narrative’ in Montreal 🌳
Although the experience is based on Jean Giono‘s story and Frédéric Back’s short film, ‘L’homme qui plantait des arbres: un récit immersif’ brings a touch of modernity and technology to breathe new life into the classic tale.
The experience is divided into several stages: the arrival of the shepherd, his installation in the village, the deforestation, the plan to plant a hundred acorns, and finally the planting – and flowering – of thousands of trees. Groups of 4 move through the rooms of the experience, equipped with headphones and an audioguide that will guide them along the way.
Thanks to Montreal multimedia studio Supply + Demand and the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa, which is co-producing the experience, ‘The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Narrative’ tells us more about the role of trees in the quest for a flourishing world. It’s also a call to Montrealers to take up the shepherd’s baton – an invitation to preserve and respect flora.
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 narrative, the life of The Man Who Planted Trees points to Canada’s rich artistic heritage. This new experience is 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 it opened in May 2025.
The interactive journey now comes to Montreal, where you can marvel at Frédéric Back’s 20,000 drawings, and much more besides.