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The Levelling 2017

★ 6.257 votes83 min📅 2017-05-12

When veterinary student Clover returns home to Somerset after a family tragedy shakes her farm-bound world, she's forced to confront the fragile balance between life and loss in rural England.

Director: Hope Dickson Leach

Cast

Ellie Kendrick
Ellie Kendrick
Clover Catto
David Troughton
David Troughton
Aubrey Catto
Jack Holden
James
Joe Blakemore
Joe Blakemore
Harry Catto
Angela Curran
Angela Curran
Helen
Joe Attewell
PC Hembry
Clare Burt
Clare Burt
Rev. Trusler
Ben Frimstone
Animal Health Officer
John Bell
John Bell
Fire Performer
Stephen Chapman
Ian Jones

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Levelling (2017) about?

The film follows veterinary student Clover as she returns to her family's struggling Somerset farm after her brother's sudden death. Haunted by the past and the uncertain future of the land, she must navigate grief, responsibility, and the harsh realities of rural life.

Who directed The Levelling?

Hope Dickson Leach directed *The Levelling*, bringing a deeply personal and atmospheric touch to this emotionally charged drama.

Who stars in The Levelling?

The cast features Ellie Kendrick as Clover, David Troughton as her father, Jack Holden as a local character, and Joe Blakemore, Angela Curran, and Joe Attewell in supporting roles.

Is The Levelling (2017) worth watching?

While it didn't receive an IMDb rating, *The Levelling* stands out as a poignant and visually striking drama for fans of character-driven stories. Its themes of grief and resilience, paired with strong performances, make it a compelling watch for those who appreciate slow-burn, atmospheric films.

How long is The Levelling?

The Levelling runs for 83 minutes.

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About The Levelling (2017) — A Heartbreaking Rural Drama About Family and Loss

When veterinary student Clover returns home to Somerset after a family tragedy shakes her farm-bound world, she's forced to confront the fragile balance between life and loss in rural England.

Hope Dickson Leach's *The Levelling* (2017) is a raw, emotionally charged drama that follows one young woman's reckoning with grief, legacy, and the relentless weight of duty in a landscape as unforgiving as it is beautiful. Starring Ellie Kendrick as the determined yet shaken Clover, this intimate character study explores themes of resilience and healing against the backdrop of a struggling family farm. With quiet intensity and a focus on personal redemption, it's a film that lingers long after the credits roll.

Set against the rolling hills of Somerset, the story captures the quiet desperation of rural life while shining a light on the unspoken bonds that tie families together—or pull them apart.