by Ariane Doublet
The field is a big one. At the top of the slope, two cows. This is the meadow where Philippe and Annick Olivier milked their herd for almost forty years. Nearby is the main farm building. For just over a year, Philippe has lived alone. Annick died suddenly. This year, Philippe will retire and give up the tenancy of the farm. He sells the machinery and parts with his animals. In the meadow just nearby, he is heaving his new house built. It is difficult to talk with the builders, to plan so that is furniture will fit into the standardized floor areas, and to ensure that the family will come there at holiday time and that his life’s savings are well spent.
Directed by Ariane Doublet
Edited by Sophie Mandonnet
Length 52'
Format 4/3
With the help of Pôle Image Haute-Normandie
& the participation of the CNC, the Procirep, the Angoa
& the Région Haute-Normandie
© Quark / Arte - 2005
Selected Cinéma du Réel 2005
& Traces de Vies 2005