A Shepherd
Environments & Ecologies
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1h 10m
Directed by Louis Hanquet • Documentary • 2024 • 70 minutes
In the mountains of France, a shepherd fights to preserve his way of life against the threat of wolves and the challenges of traditional livestock farming. A Shepherd is a poetic documentary that explores the intimate relationship between humans and nature, while celebrating ancient pastoral practices. Through breathtaking images and a moving narrative, the film highlights human resilience and contemporary ecological issues.
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