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Farmer of the Year
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Farmer of the Year (2018)

Apr 13, 2018 1h 43m Drama Comedy Adventure

When Hap Anderson, a widowed 83-year-old Minnesota farmer that thinks he's still quite the ladies' man, sells his family farm, he finds himself adrift and staring a short future in the face. Driven by the possibility of showing up with an old flame and impressing his old army buddies, he sets out to attend his 65th WWII reunion in California with his directionless and unreasonably self-confident granddaughter, Ashley. Each with their own issues and agendas, they head west in a dilapidated Winnebago. Encountering oddball tourist attractions and eccentric characters, they find themselves in seemingly impossible situations with only each other for support. As the journey progresses so does their relationship and they begin to understand and appreciate each other as individuals while discovering that being young and being old, aren't all that different.

Directed by Kathy Swanson

Cast

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Barry Corbin
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Barry Corbin

as Hap

Mackinlee Waddell
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Mackinlee Waddell

as Ashley

Terry Kiser
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Terry Kiser

as Virgil

Aaron Courteau
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Aaron Courteau

as Aaron

Douglas Sidney
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Douglas Sidney

as Interviewer

Crew

Director
  • Kathy Swanson
  • Vince O'Connell

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Farmer of the Year examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Kathy Swanson brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2018, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Farmer of the Year took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 130 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
  • The film contains approximately 1378 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 2018, when this film is released:
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 13, 2018
  • Runtime: 1h 43m

Where to Watch

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