Oyster Farmer (2004)
Release Year: 2004
Nation: Australia, United Kingdom
Alternative Title: Anazitontas ton erota
Director: Anna Reeves
Writer: Anna Reeves
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Anthony Buckley Films, Tempo Productions
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Romantic Comedy
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: australia, lovers, oyster farmer, woman director
Story
Oyster Farmer follows Jack Flange as he leaves his life in the big city behind to embark on a journey of self-discovery along Australia's Hawkesbury River region. Upon arriving, Jack finds a job working with eighth-generation oyster farmers, immersing himself in their lifestyle and community. Throughout his time there, Jack becomes entangled in local intrigues such as a recent burglary involving missing cash, navigates romantic interests including a chambermaid turned letter carrier, and grapples with worries about his ill sister back home.
Summary
Directed by Anna Reeves, Oyster Farmer is a comedic drama set against the backdrop of Australia's rural oyster farming culture. The film explores themes of belonging, self-discovery, and the complexities of small-town life through Jack's experiences working alongside generations of farmers. While not much information is available on the specific cultural context or significance of the movie, it can be inferred that it aims to capture the essence of Australian rural life and the tension between urban and provincial values.
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