Old Farmer (2015)

Other name: 老农民, 老農民, Lao Nong Min, The Chinese Old Peasant, Старый крестьянин

Description:

Old Farmer presents a compelling human drama centered around a seasoned farmer enduring the sweeping changes impacting rural life. With a lifetime dedicated to cultivating his land, the protagonist confronts a modernizing world that threatens his deep-rooted traditions and time-honored farming practices. As economic shifts and the allure of urban development reshape the landscape around him, he grapples with the difficult choice of adapting to new technologies or preserving his ancestral way of life. The film explores his profound connection to the earth, the challenges of passing down an agrarian legacy, and the resilience required to maintain dignity and purpose amidst rapid societal transformation. It is a heartfelt portrayal of tradition, family, and the enduring spirit of those who sustain the land.

Director: Zhang Kai Zhou [張開宙], Zhang Xin Jian [张新建] and Wang Bin [王滨]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2015

Genre:Drama; Historical; life