
The Real Dirt on Farmer John
2005, Documentary, 1h 22m
42 Reviews 1,000+ RatingsWhat to know
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Ostensibly a bio about an eccentric farmer, The Real Dirt on Farmer John also doubles as a stirring exploration of man's common struggle with loss and prejudice. Read critic reviews
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All Critics (42) | Top Critics (18) | Fresh (37) | Rotten (5)
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... outstanding documentary ...
July 26, 2007 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review… -
It's fascinating that this portrait of the rise, fall and rise of Midwestern organic farmer John Peterson can be read in so many different ways, only some of which appear intentionally in Taggart Siegel's sympathetic documentary.
July 26, 2007 -
Of interest even to those not particularly interested in the subject of farming.
July 25, 2007 -
A beguiling combination of agrarian ode and The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test, deepened by Peterson's square sincerity as he struggles to find himself in relation to his family's land.
July 6, 2007 | Full Review… -
The Real Dirt on Farmer John turns into a portrait of how American family farming could blossom for a new century.
July 5, 2007 | Rating: B+ | Full Review… -
Warmhearted.
June 23, 2007 | Rating: 3/6 | Full Review…
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Jun 04, 2014I think it is quite telling that a progressive farmer albeit one who is a bit eccentric is targeted instead of embraced. A lesson in how society deals with new ideas in a not so positive manner.John B Super Reviewer
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