Raoul, a farmer in Aveyron, faces the difficult decision of selling his farm as neighbors Lucien and Marcel compete for the land amid modern agricultural pressures.
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Raoul, a farmer in Aveyron, faces the difficult decision of selling his farm as neighbors Lucien and Marcel compete for the land amid modern agricultural pressures.
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Raoul, a farmer in late middle age, faces the difficult decision to sell Biquefarre, his small farm in Aveyron. As he contemplates relocating to Toulouse, neighboring farmers Lucien and Marcel express interest in purchasing the property. Henri, Marcel's uncle and Lucien's brother-in-law, secretly negotiates with Raoul to improve Marcel's offer. The film captures the daily routines of farm life, including milking cows and nighttime harvesting, while addressing the challenges of modern agriculture, such as pollution and rising land prices.
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Why Watch
- See the evolution of rural life in Aveyron.
- Meet characters from Rouquier's earlier film Farrebique.
- Follow the story of a small farm's uncertain future.
Did You Know
- Biquefarre was directed by Georges Rouquier in 1983.
- The film revisits characters from Rouquier's 1947 film Farrebique.
- It received the Special Jury Prize at the 40th Venice International Film Festival.
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What year was Biquefarre released?
Biquefarre was released in 1983.
Who directed the film Biquefarre?
Biquefarre was written and directed by Georges Rouquier.
What award did Biquefarre receive at the Venice International Film Festival?
Biquefarre received the Special Jury Prize at the 40th Venice International Film Festival.
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