Tom at the Farm 2014
“What you don't know will hurt you.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Director
- Xavier Dolan
- Networks
- mk2 Films, Sons of Manual, ARTE France Cinéma
What is Tom at the Farm?
Tom at the Farm is a 2014 Canadian‑French drama‑thriller directed by Xavier Dolan‑Tadros. The story follows a young man who travels to an isolated farm for his lover’s funeral and becomes entangled in a sexually charged power struggle with the lover’s aggressive brother, while his mother remains unaware of her son’s orientation.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 28, 2014
- Studios
- mk2 Films, Sons of Manual, ARTE France Cinéma
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~105 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- mk2 Films, Sons of Manual, ARTE France Cinéma
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Overview
Tom at the Farm is a 2014 Canadian‑French drama‑thriller directed by Xavier Dolan‑Tadros. The story follows a young man who travels to an isolated farm for his lover’s funeral and becomes entangled in a sexually charged power struggle with the lover’s aggressive brother, while his mother remains unaware of her son’s orientation.
The film is noted for its brooding, suspenseful tone and measured pacing, which slowly heightens the sense of dread. Its blend of drama, thriller, and mystery elements, along with its focus on queer identity within a rural family, has earned it attention in discussions of contemporary LGBTQ cinema.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving lover confronts dark family secrets on an isolated farm.”
- Atmospheric tension built around a remote farm setting.
- Strong performances by Xavier Dolan‑Tadros and Pierre‑Yves Cardinal.
- A compelling blend of drama, thriller, and mystery genres.
- Intense, sexually charged content may discomfort some viewers.
Watch it if you appreciate atmospheric thrillers that probe hidden family secrets and sexuality.
The tone is dark and unsettling with a deliberate pace that builds tension, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What genres describe Tom at the Farm?
It is classified as drama, thriller, and mystery.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Who directed Tom at the Farm?
The film was directed by Xavier Dolan‑Tadros.
What is the central conflict in the story?
A young man must hide his relationship with his deceased lover while confronting the lover’s aggressive brother on an isolated farm.
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