A Better Life

A Better Life is a 2011 American drama film directed by Chris Weitz. The screenplay, originally known as The Gardener, was written by Eric Eason based on a story by Roger L. Simon. Star Demián Bichir was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor. Carlos Galindo (Demián Bichir) works as a gardener with Blasco Martinez (Joaquín Cosio). Blasco wants to return to Mexico and continually tries to persuade Carlos to purchase his business from him, w... More

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  • Jun 24, 2011

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PG-13 (USA)

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  • 1 h 38 min

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Also known as:

  • The Gardener,
  • Lepsze zycie,
  • Bolji zivot,
  • Una vida mejor,
  • Parempi elämä,
  • Uma Vida Melhor,
  • Mia kalyteri zoi

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Chris Weitz

Christopher John "Chris" Weitz (born November 30, 1969) is an American producer, writer, director and actor. He is best known for his work with his brother, Paul Weitz, on the comedy films American Pie and About a Boy, as well as directing the film adaptation of the novel The Golden Compass and the...

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Film release region Release Date Film regional debut venue Film release distribution medium
  • Nov 21, 2011
  • Oct 21, 2011
  • Jul 29, 2011
  • Nov 23, 2011
  • Oct 22, 2011
  • Jul 15, 2011
  • Jan 11, 2012
  • Jun 24, 2011
  • Mar 22, 2012
  • Jul 29, 2011
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  • 1 h 38 min

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Award-Nominated Work

Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead Nominees

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