Film Lens
Farmer/Veteran follows Alex Sutton, a veteran of three combat tours in Iraq, as he attempts to start anew on a 43-acre farm in rural North Carolina. Alongside his partner Jessica, Alex raises chickens and goats while grappling with the psychological effects of war. He experiences fluctuations between heightened alertness and a sense of numbness due to a regimen of prescription medications aimed at stabilizing his mental health.
The film captures the tension between Alex's desire for a peaceful life and the haunting memories of his past, including the loss of his first family and the traumas of war. As Jessica becomes pregnant, the pressures of his history intensify, turning the farm into a new battleground for Alex's internal struggles. The narrative examines the conflict between the ideal of a soldier and the reality of a man seeking peace.
Why Watch
- •Meet Alex Sutton, a veteran turned farmer.
- •Follow the challenges of rural life in North Carolina.
- •See how war impacts family dynamics.
Did You Know
•Alex Sutton served three combat tours in Iraq.
•The film is set on a 43-acre farm in rural North Carolina.
•Alex's partner Jessica becomes pregnant during the film.
•The film has a runtime of 82 minutes.
Perfect For
Veterans' storiesRural farming lifeMental health awareness