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The Real Dirt on Farmer John

The Real Dirt on Farmer John

An epic tale of a maverick Midwestern farmer.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Real Dirt on Farmer John
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2006-01-20
  • Runtime: 82 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (12 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Collective Eye Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6077
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

John Peterson

John Peterson

as Himself

Anna Nielsen

Anna Nielsen

as Herself, mother of John Peterson

John Edwards

John Edwards

as Himself

Lester Peterson

Lester Peterson

as Himself, father of John Peterson

Trailers & Clips

The Real Dirt on Farmer John Trailer

External Links

Keywords

organic agriculturemonoculture

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The Real Dirt on Farmer John is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2006-01-20.

Who are the main actors in The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The main cast includes John Peterson, Anna Nielsen, John Edwards, Lester Peterson, .

Where can I watch The Real Dirt on Farmer John online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Real Dirt on Farmer John is available.

Is The Real Dirt on Farmer John based on a true story?

An epic tale of a maverick Midwestern farmer.

What is the IMDb rating of The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The Real Dirt on Farmer John has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 12 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The soundtrack was composed by Collective Eye Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Real Dirt on Farmer John filmed?

The Real Dirt on Farmer John was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

The total runtime of The Real Dirt on Farmer John is 82 minutes.

Is The Real Dirt on Farmer John suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Real Dirt on Farmer John?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Real Dirt on Farmer John.

Does The Real Dirt on Farmer John have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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