Rice People (2022)

Other name: 미인, Miin

Description:

"Rice People" delves into the enduring importance of rice in a nation increasingly leaning towards modern flour and sugar diets. The film follows a young farmer who inherits his family business and boldly embraces agricultural drones for large-scale coated rice seed cultivation. Yet, this promising new technology quickly presents unforeseen challenges, leaving him grappling with endless trials and errors. Simultaneously, an urban farmer, initially drawn to weekend gardening, discovers a deep connection to the land. Choosing to farm with his own hands rather than machines, he embarks on a vital mission: to research and safeguard traditional native rice varieties, many of which have vanished from history. This poignant narrative contrasts their distinct approaches to farming, exploring the dedication, struggles, and the profound efforts required to preserve a staple crop and a cherished cultural heritage in a rapidly changing world.

Airs On: Feb 24, 2022

Country: Korean

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2022

Genre:Documentary