The Biggest Little Farm.

Name: The Biggest Little Farm
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2019-05-10
Duration: 91 min
Cast: John Chester, Molly Chester, Matthew Pilachowski, Lydia Marie Hicks

A farm takes patience.

John and Molly Chester leave city life to build a diverse farm in California. Over several years, pests, predators, weather and unexpected connections challenge their plans.

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Why it’s a little special

A lively starting point for talking about soil, food, ecosystems and learning from mistakes.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Animal illness and death, predators, wildfire concerns and farming setbacks. Some scenes may be difficult for children attached to the animals.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: John Chester
Starring: John Chester, Molly Chester, Matthew Pilachowski, Lydia Marie Hicks
Written by: John Chester, Mark Monroe
Produced by: John Chester, Sandra Keats, Laurie Lennard, Jessica Gurinas, Erica Messer, Paul Gurinas
Release date: May 10, 2019
Runtime: 91 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Studio: NEON
Language: English