Portrait of a Lone Farmer (2013)

A documentary about a Danish-Nigerian family torn apart by geography, who are today trying to both comprehend and explain the choices they made that have led them to this point. When the filmmaker Jide, for the first time in five years, visits his father’s poultry farm, we see through his camera the unfolding of a story about family, love, and legacy. It is a quiet and stunning portrait of a broken family trying to heal, one in which the drama occurs in their mutual understanding, and never takes up more space than the impressions that meet Jide’s camera.

Director: Jide Tom Akinleminu
Genre: Documentary
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jide Tom Akinleminu
Editing: Nelia Szekely, Vivien Hamann
Country: Germany, Nigeria, Denmark
Language: Dansk, English
Original Language: it

Keywords

africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Portrait of a Lone Farmer about?
A documentary about a Danish-Nigerian family torn apart by geography, who are today trying to both comprehend and explain the choices they made that have led them to this point. When the filmmaker Jide, for the first time in five years, visits his father’s poultry farm, we see through his camera the unfolding of a story about family, love, and legacy. It is a quiet and stunning portrait of a broken family trying to heal, one in which the drama occurs in their mutual understanding, and never takes up more space than the impressions that meet Jide’s camera.
Who directed Portrait of a Lone Farmer?
Portrait of a Lone Farmer was directed by Jide Tom Akinleminu.
Who stars in Portrait of a Lone Farmer?
Portrait of a Lone Farmer stars Akin Akinleminu, Grete Akinleminu, Jide Tom Akinleminu, Ade Ogunsakin, Chief Aroloye, Ile Mexico.
What genre is Portrait of a Lone Farmer?
Portrait of a Lone Farmer is a Documentary film.
Where was Portrait of a Lone Farmer produced?
Portrait of a Lone Farmer was produced in Germany, Nigeria, Denmark.