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Farming

2018Movie1 h 47 minR

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, violent drama movie about everyday modern life and a real life story, with standout characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · solo watch

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · graphic violence bothers you

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Story

Based on the writer/director's childhood, FARMING tells the story of a young Nigerian boy, 'farmed out' by his parents to a white British family in the hope of a better future. Instead, he becomes the feared leader of a white skinhead gang.

Feels like

  • Biographical Drama
  • Socially Conscious
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • Racial Identity
  • Gang Violence
  • Psychological Impact
  • Bleak Realism
  • British Cinema
  • Exploration of Trauma

Cast

Crew

Music by
Ilan Eshkeri

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

September 8, 2018 · 1 h 47 min · R

Released
September 8, 2018
Runtime
1 h 47 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Drug Use, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States, France, United Kingdom
Available in
39 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Farming?"

Questions about Farming

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Farming?

In the United States, Farming streams on Lionsgate+ and Starz, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 25 other countries.

Is Farming worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 51). Audiences rate it higher (75 out of 100) than critics (53).

Will I feel good after watching Farming?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 8 for melancholy, against 3 for hopefulness.

Is Farming plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.