Movie Description
The Real Dirt on Farmer John
(2006)Overview
An outcast in his community, Farmer John bravely stands amidst a failing economy, vicious rumors, and violence. By melding the traditions of family farming with the power of art and free expression, this powerful story of transformation and renewal heralds a resurrection of farming in America. Through highly personal interviews and 50 years of beautifully textured footage, filmmaker Taggart Siegel shares Farmer John’s haunting and humorous odyssey, capturing what it means to be wildly different in a rural community.
Featured Crew
- Director : Taggart Siegel
- Cast : John Peterson,Anna Nielsen,John Edwards,Lester Peterson
Cast
Himself
Herself, mother of John Peterson
Himself
Himself, father of John Peterson
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Facts
Original TitleThe Real Dirt on Farmer John
Status Released
Release Information
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2006-01-20
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 22m
Production CompaniesCollective Eye Films
Genres
- Documentary
