A Shepherd

10:00 AM – Saturday, February 22, 2025 – Belleville Public Library

The story of Felix, a young shepherd on a family farm near the French Alps.

In summer, Felix takes his herd over 200 kilometres into the mountain pastures. He spends his days alone looking after his sheep, repairing fences, and reading poetry. At night, he guards against wolves.

An intimate portrait of a young man who chooses to remove himself from society to pursue an ancient vocation set in the spectacular beauty of the French High Alps.

Content Warning: This film contains imagery and depictions of violence that may be disturbing. It also includes language or subject matter that could be sensitive or triggering for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

Awards and Nominations

Official Selection, Munich International Documentary Festival, Germany 2024
Official Selection, Visions du Réel, Switzerland, 2024
Official Selection, Thessaloniki Documentary Festival, Greece, 2024

Director

Louis Hanquet

Film Details

2024, 70 min
France

Languages

French (subtitles in English)

Editor

Valérie Montmartin

Cinematographer

Louis Hanquet

Producers

Tania Goldenberg, Agathe Hervieu