Biblical fable or fairy tale about a kind of beatific Italian field hand living with a group of exploited sharecroppers. Sort of a version of The Idiot by way of Italian social and magical realism. Still not sure what it's all about or how to interpret elements of it. Some of the broad ideas are clear, but there's plenty of room for interpretation. Went online to see what other people thought and it seems a lot of critics are a bit baffled by it, though they also like it. Some interpretations are pretty clearly wrong IMO (e.g. it's not an endorsement of communism — it's easy to identify Marxist elements, but I think it's more about human nature). Of all outlets, The Ringer unexpectedly has a pretty good take on it (though it has spoilers, so I wouldn't recommend reading it if you're going to see the movie).

At the same time, you might be able to convince me that a good bit of it is nonsense that collapses under its own weight. Regardless, it's bold (in a slow, low-key way) and it's interesting and that's more than can be said for the majority of movies. I was engaged the whole time and it's hard to get out of your mind. Really beautifully shot and the main actor is great in a unique role.

Tentatively recommended for those with a little patience.