Agatha is 90 years old and lives alone on an old family farm in the Canadian province of Manitoba with virtually no modern technology, no car or mobile phone. Her life instead follows the cycles of nature \u2013 she sows, tends and harvests varieties of seeds and plants that have been passed down through the generations. Her days are marked by manual labour, self-sufficiency and a deep connection to nature.<\/p>\n
The director, Amalie Atkins, Agatha\u2019s niece, shot this film with an all-female crew over a period of six years on 16 mm film. This creates an intimate, sensory visual language that vividly captures her protagonist\u2019s slow, mindful way of life and resilient spirit. The camera follows Agatha as she performs her everyday tasks \u2013 from gardening and repairs to traditional handicrafts \u2013 and leaves room for quiet moments, memories and personal stories. Agatha\u2019s Almanac<\/strong> is more than a mere portrait: the film reflects upon independence, steadfastness and a lifestyle far removed from the frantic pace of modern life. A film that re-emphasises the value of simple routines and traditional craftsmanship, whilst highlighting the beauty of a slower-paced, self-directed way of life.<\/p>\n Awards for \u00bbAgathas Almanac\u00ab<\/strong>
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