Just A Farmer is a moving film that tells the story of farmers’ challenges, focusing on the importance of mental health in rural communities. It portrays the reality of grief, loss, and resilience, making a film that resonates deeply with audiences.

Alison, left to manage an ailing farm and an alcoholic father-in-law after her husband’s sudden death, navigates the challenges of rural life. The film explores generational trauma, love, loss, and the undeniable resilience of a farming community in the face of tragedy.

Just A Farmer is a heartfelt and powerful film that captures the resilience, struggles, and triumphs of rural life. Through an emotional yet inspiring narrative, the film explores themes of mental health, community support, and the unbreakable bond between people and the land they work on.

Join us for this special screening followed by a Q&A with Writer/Actor Leila McDougall and a facilitated panel discussion with local mental health experts, with supper to follow.

This screening has been organised by the SQNNSW Innovation Hub’s Longreach Node, which receives funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.