Message

The movie Nomadland directed by Chloé Zhao draws attention to the alternative lifestyle known as van-dwelling and to the challenges that such people face. Through Fern’s story, we can discern several important messages.

First, the movie draws attention to the importance of being part of a community. The nomads forge strong ties as they need each other’s support on the road. Through events such as Bob Wells’ annual gathering, people living a nomadic lifestyle can meet, make contacts, get jobs together, exchan...