The Real Dirt on Farmer John
by Taggart Siegel
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Actor: John Peterson, Lesley Littlefield, Teri LangDirector: Taggart Siegel
Brand: GAIAM AMERICAS
Composer: Dirty Three
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 82 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-01-08
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Gaiam
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Movie Review: Reuniting the people with the source of the food
Summary: 5 Stars
"It used to be that everyone in this country had a connection to farms, but now most of these farms have gone". This film shows the history of farming in the US, through the eyes of a particular farmer in the Midwest, John Peterson. Bankruptcy eliminated most of the small family farms, being unable to pay back their loans from the 70's on through the 90's. This was also the fate of John Peterson, who had to sell most of his land (330 acres), and was left with only 22 acres.
John Peterson is a wonderful individual. He's not only a farmer, but he's also very fond of art. He makes all kind of stuff, he writes, he paints, he sings, he makes music videos, he performs in theatre and of course he is the star of this movie. He is also aware of his being not very common. In his hippie period, he said his farm was located on the "Midwest Coast".
But he's also a tough guy. No matter how big the misfortunes, after some retreat and meditation, he always comes back with a new plan, and goes forward. So, after suffering from bankruptcy, he decided to quit chemicals and transforming his farm to organics, like it used to be, in the 20's, fertilizing with manure. The next logical step was getting involved the community. His farm, Angelic Organics, has now 1200 shareholders from a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) scheme. Each shareholder receives each week a box full of fresh and healthy vegetables and fruits. This way, the farm performs its historical role again, reuniting the people with the source of the food.
We should definitively all be supporting farmers who switch to organics. They need us, as we need them. Look for organic farmers in your local communities. It's good for your health and it's good for the environment.
Summary of The Real Dirt on Farmer John
The award-winning true story of third-generation American farmer John Peterson's hero's journey of success, tribulation, failure and rebirth. Peterson is a true American original. His story parallels that of the family farm in 20th Century America. What makes The Real Dirt on Farmer John so special is the fact that John Peterson is not only a farmer....he's an artist, too.Includes Farmer John Music Video, Photo Gallery, Recipes from Farmer John's cookbook and information on organic farming, CSA's and more.
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