We, the Inheritors

We, the Inheritors is a Swiss documentary that explores the complexities of family succession. The film focuses on Stephanie and Ruedi Baumann, who have spent over two decades running an organic farm in rural France with deep political commitment. As the parents age, they seek to pass their life's work to their children. The narrative follows the struggle to balance personal ambitions and financial realities with the responsibilities of an inheritance. Simon Baumann, a filmmaker, and his brother Kilian, who manages his own farm, navigate the tension between their individual paths and the expectations of their parents.

The film was directed by Simon Baumann, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Kathrin Gschwend. Produced by SRF and Balzli & Fahrer Filmproduktion, the project features Stephanie Baumann-Bieri, Ruedi Baumann, and Kilian Baumann appearing as themselves. The movie has a runtime of 96 minutes and was released on April 23, 2026.