The Weight Of The Herd

Ben McAuley

The Weight of the Herd is an intimate documentary that captures the emotional and ethical complexities of life on a small Highland cattle farm in rural Quebec. Through a textured and cinematic lens, the film follows John, a thoughtful farmer whose deep connection to his animals collides with the hard realities of raising livestock for meat. As the seasons shift, we witness not only the daily rhythms of farm life but also the quiet moral reckoning that shapes every decision. This is not just a story about cows—it’s a meditation on care, responsibility, and the quiet weight of doing what’s right, even when it hurts.