---
title: "Tom at the Farm"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/tom-at-the-farm-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 184352
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Tom at the Farm (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/tom-at-the-farm-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grieving lover confronts dark family secrets on an isolated farm."

### Why Watch
- 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.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Intense, sexually charged content may discomfort some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is dark and unsettling with a deliberate pace that builds tension, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #rural-thriller, #queer-drama, #family-secrets, #isolated-setting, #sexual-tension

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Xavier Dolan
- **Networks / Studios**: mk2 Films, Sons of Manual, ARTE France Cinéma

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Xavier Dolan** as *Tom*
- **Pierre-Yves Cardinal** as *Francis*
- **Lise Roy** as *Agathe*
- **Evelyne Brochu** as *Sarah*
- **Manuel Tadros** as *Bar Owner*
- **Jacques Lavallée** as *Priest*
- **Anne Caron** as *Doctor*
- **Olivier Morin** as *Paul*
- **Johanne Léveillé** as *Service Station Employee*
- **Mathieu Roy** as *Man at Convenience Store*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genres describe Tom at the Farm?
It is classified as drama, thriller, and mystery.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

### Q: Who directed Tom at the Farm?
The film was directed by Xavier Dolan‑Tadros.

### Q: 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.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Tom at the Farm — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/184352)
- [Tom at the Farm - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_at_the_Farm)
- [Tom na farmě / Tom at the Farm (2013)](https://www.sms.cz/film/tom-na-farme)

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