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"The Real Dirt on Farmer John."

71.34.243.241

tinear

Illinois farm country, early 70s. A young man returns from college to his family's generational land to begin in the well-traveled footsteps of his ancestors. But, he brings a bunch of typical 70s rebels with him which upset the traditional folk in the community.
What happens next reverberates for decades and has a profound impact on both the young man, the community, and his farm.
Not only is this a fascinating portrait of an original spirit, more importantly, it chronicles an age without resorting to stereotypes. You will not soon forget the love Mrs. Peterson shows to her son, or he to her.
This is an exceptional documentary which deserves wide support. I can't think of a better portrait of American society.

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RE: "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." - Rod H. 17:53:07 12/22/08 (0)
My wife and I saw it about a year or so ago, and both got a kick out if it. I don't remember a lot about it, but do remember that the film did a good job showing the changes people go through in their lives, and how they adapt over time to these changes. I hadn't thought much about the film since seeing it, but there are a number of things that are now coming back to me. Mostly very positive, about attitude, etc,

Rod
RE: "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." - sjb 13:24:02 12/22/08 (2)
�Just heard a commercial which told me Farmer John smokes his own bacon. Now, there�s a tough son of a bitch.� �Charles Bukowski

"The man is only half himself, the other half is his expression." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson
- RE: "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." - tinear 14:58:59 12/22/08 (1)
  I'm kind of ignorant if Bukowski is referring to the mythical "Farmer John" or this one. Anyhow, I think you'd like this film. Any guy with a mom should see it.
  - RE: "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." - sjb 19:24:37 12/22/08 (0)
    He's talking about the sausage maker. I will check out the film. Thanks!
    
    "The man is only half himself, the other half is his expression." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

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