This is almost a semi documentary, beautifully filmed look at life in the country, acted out by non-professionals who improvised the script due to union rules, and that presents a fresh take on a story that might have seemed rather ordinary had it been done with professionals. It surrounds the character of Tom (Garrow Shand) who is dealing with events surrounding his grandfather's funeral, and emomoting about why he has decided to leave the village for greener pastures. The family members and villagers all weigh in on their feelings on various topics, going from their love of their town to their disappointment as to why Tom feels he has to leave. No one is angry over the situation, just dealing with their bereavement and slightly disappointed that the town's traditions aren't of value to Tom past his own memories.

The people surrounding Tom are certainly wonderful, and while I can understand his reluctance to leave, it's easy to see his desire to move on. It is a gorgeous pound, that is for sure, and the photography and sound effects makes you see every grain of grass and hear every chirping bird. The homes are beautiful and the people are hospitable and charming, but for a young man, it's obvious that he seems more to life and just everything that he has grown up with.

What is wonderful to see is Tom's encounters with various people in his town, his desire to capture one last moment with them, respectful yet determined. What becomes clear is that some of the men of the town wish secretly that they had done it themselves, knowing that it's too late now. Truly a wonderful film to see, utilizing flashbacks of the town in the past to add an emotional impact to the story. It's bittersweet for its leaving character because while he has no desire to remain, he'll take every experience he has had there with him and keep that in his heart forever.