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The Lunatic Farmer

2025 • 76 min • Documentary · Family

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Synopsis

Joel Salatin is a visionary farmer driven by faith, family, and a passion for God’s creations. When state regulators and inspectors threaten to shut down his farm for refusing industrial norms, he fights back with truth, courage, and a deep belief in God’s design for nature. At Polyface Farm, Joel’s innovative methods mimic natural processes to restore the land and raise healthier animals. With a belief that we’re called to steward the Earth, Joel shares his vision for the future of agriculture.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

1 reviews

80 Audience · 1 · 100%

This documentary follows Joel Salatin, a farmer who uses natural methods to raise animals and restore land. He faces challenges from regulators who disagree with his non-industrial approach. The film explores his faith, family, and passion for stewarding the Earth.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Discussions about farming practices
Brief mentions of conflict with authorities

What it models well

Environmental stewardship
Innovation and self-sufficiency
Standing up for beliefs
Community and family values

Talk about it after

Different approaches to farming
The balance between regulation and personal freedom
The impact of food choices on health and environment

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Lunatic Farmer. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.