The Real Dirt on Farmer John (2006)

An epic tale of a maverick Midwestern farmer.

The Real Dirt on Farmer John (2006) poster

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.

Director: Taggart Siegel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
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Production: Collective Eye Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

organic agriculture, monoculture

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Real Dirt on Farmer John about?
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.
Who directed The Real Dirt on Farmer John?
The Real Dirt on Farmer John was directed by Taggart Siegel.
Who stars in The Real Dirt on Farmer John?
The Real Dirt on Farmer John stars John Peterson, Anna Nielsen, John Edwards, Lester Peterson.
How long is The Real Dirt on Farmer John?
The Real Dirt on Farmer John has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
What genre is The Real Dirt on Farmer John?
The Real Dirt on Farmer John is a Documentary film.
Where was The Real Dirt on Farmer John produced?
The Real Dirt on Farmer John was produced in United States of America.