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Magic Farm: A Satirical Look at Privileged Ignorance

2/3/2025

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In "Magic Farm," Amalia Ulman crafts a biting satire that exposes the cluelessness of privileged Americans in rural Argentina. With a talented cast, including Chloë Sevigny and Alex Wolff, the film humorously reveals their absurd misadventures, all while they overlook pressing local issues like toxic pesticides. Ulman's distinct visual flair amplifies the characters' entitlement and ineptitude.

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Story summary

In "Magic Farm," Amalia Ulman crafts a biting satire that exposes the cluelessness of privileged Americans in rural Argentina. With a talented cast, including Chloë Sevigny and Alex Wolff, the film humorously reveals their absurd misadventures, all while they overlook pressing local issues like toxic pesticides. Ulman's distinct visual flair amplifies the characters' entitlement and ineptitude.