After Winter, Spring

Synopsis

In the Périgord region of southwest France, Judith Lit captures the lives of family farmers as they navigate the challenges posed by modern agricultural practices. The film features local residents like Nanou Bouchat and Frédéric Coté, who strive to maintain traditional farming methods passed down through generations. Set against a backdrop of fertile land, the documentary intertwines Lit's personal narrative with the stories of these farmers, reflecting on their connection to the land and the pressures of industrial agriculture. After Winter, Spring premiered at the Mill Valley Film Festival on October 8, 2012.