Review: 'Hirten' Film Explores Shepherd Dream with Skepticism

The film 'Hirten' (Shepherds) follows a Canadian advertising copywriter who, after suffering a burnout, decides to become a shepherd in Provence. The review, published in the Süddeutsche Zeitung, examines the film's portrayal of this escape-from-modernity dream. The reviewer notes that the film treats the protagonist's aspiration with appropriate skepticism, highlighting the harsh realities of pastoral life. The film is set in Provence, France, and the narrative centers on the contrast between the idealized vision of shepherding and its actual demands. The review does not mention the director, cast, or release date, focusing instead on the thematic content and the film's critical perspective on the allure of rural simplicity.