Two families unite to farm a shared field during the rice-farming season while facing the threat of land seizure in their rural community.
“How can we dream of utopia while our stomach is still grumbling?”
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Two families unite to farm a shared field during the rice-farming season while facing the threat of land seizure in their rural community.
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In Isaan, Thailand, Akritchalerm Kalayanamitr and his family face the threat of losing their farmland. They join with Nikorn Mungmeung's family to cultivate a shared rice field during the farming season. As they work the land, the families confront economic and political pressures. Their daily struggles reflect the difficulties of rural life and the pursuit of happiness amid uncertainty. The documentary documents their fight to sustain their livelihoods in a changing environment.
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Why Watch
- See Akritchalerm Kalayanamitr's portrayal of rural life.
- Find out how two families unite to farm a shared field.
- Meet the challenges of modern feudalism in Isaan.
Did You Know
- The film was directed by Uruphong Raksasad in 2009.
- The documentary has a runtime of 122 minutes.
- The film is set in the Isaan region of Thailand, known for rice farming.
- The tagline of the film is 'How can we dream of utopia while our stomach is still grumbling?'
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Who directed Agrarian Utopia?
Agrarian Utopia was directed by Uruphong Raksasad.
What is the runtime of Agrarian Utopia?
The runtime of Agrarian Utopia is 122 minutes.
In which country was Agrarian Utopia produced?
Agrarian Utopia was produced in Thailand.
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