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Deep Dive: Cows With No Name (2020)

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Cows With No Name
Cows With No Name is a documentary that captures daily life on a family farm in France, focusing on the personal and emotional aspects of farming. Filmed one day at a time, it presents the routine operations of the farm alongside intimate family moments, such as meals at the kitchen table and evenings spent together in front of the TV. The film emphasizes the connection between the farmer, Hubert Charuel, and his herd, illustrating the deep emotional ties that come with managing a farm. The documentary raises important questions about the future of the farm, particularly regarding the handover of responsibilities that Hubert has chosen not to ensure. This decision reflects the complexities of familial obligations and the emotional weight of farming, making the film a thoughtful examination of the realities faced by local farmers in contemporary society.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Hubert Charuel and his family on their farm.
  • •Find out about the emotional ties of farming.
  • •See daily life on a family farm in France.

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Hubert Charuel, who is also part of the cast.
•Cows With No Name has a runtime of 51 minutes.
•The documentary was produced in France in 2020.
•The film features family members like Sylvaine and Jean-Paul Charuel.

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Family farmingFrench documentariesAnimal husbandry