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Leyssart

Directed by Alexander Hirl

2007 – 30'

Synopsis

Living among 8,000 animals in the South of France, Thérèse and Dominique live their passion as herders and breeders. Their philosophy of life makes us reflect on the nature of relationships between humans and animals. For them, life is unimaginable without these relationships. But how do you negotiate life’s passion and philosophy with workers that come and go, 5 children and a reality that challenges your ideals? And finally, what do you do when your passions grow apart?

RAI FILM Festival 2025

The next RAI FILM Festival will take place in person from 27-30 March 2025 at the Watershed Cinema and the Arnolfini International Centre for Contemporary Arts in Bristol (UK) and online throughout the month of April 2025.