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Father Hood

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Father Hood

PG-13

Released Aug 27, 1993

1h 34m

Adventure

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The cross-country escapades of a small-time crook (Patrick Swayze) and his children are followed by a newswoman (Halle Berry) who's onto a story.

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Michael Wilmington

Los Angeles Times

Most of the characters may be trapped in programmed spontaneity, but you can get a real lift out of the landscapes, the crisp sunlight splayed over gas stations and billboards, and the cannonade of '50s and '60s rock oldies.

Jul 8, 2014

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Jay Boyar

Orlando Sentinel

Father Hood isn't so much undemanding as vapid, disjointed rather than antic. And if this film is a romp, then so is bearbaiting.

Rated: 1/5

Jul 8, 2014

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Jeff Shannon

Seattle Times

Despite its best intentions, Father Hood is destined to become leftovers in the video store.

Rated: 1.5/4

Jul 8, 2014

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David Nusair

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Basically adequate yet completely forgettable...

Rated: 2/4

Jul 8, 2018

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Dennis King

Tulsa World

If Swayze's performance is thin, that's nothing compared to the vapid logic that propels Father Hood.

Rated: 1/4

Jul 8, 2014

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TV Guide

While not a classic, Father Hood does offer a fairly exciting crime spree neutered into fun for the entire family.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jul 8, 2014

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Steve D

Embarrassing for all involved.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

09/12/23

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dan o

I'm sorry that this film didn't have what the general public likes...dumb shootouts, stupid car chases, pointless romance or "good guys" beating "bad guys" in the stupidest of ways. This film was awesome...just watch it...those with good taste will agree!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Frances H

No build up to any emotion between father and kids. Through most of the movie, he feels nothing for them and then the end comes close and suddenly he's father of the year. This one is as bad as the critics say.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

07/02/14

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ashley h

Father Hood is a disappointing film. It is about a deadbeat dad kidnaps his kids from the bus. Patrick Swayze and Hallie Berry give terrible performances. The script is badly written. Darrell Roodt did a horrible job directing this movie. I was not impressed with this motion picture.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

In my short 16 years of life, I have seen some terrible films but this takes the cake. Granted Swayze TRIED to do his best with the part given, the movie couldn't be saved. Crazy if non-existent plot, terrible pacing, and rather hateful to be marketed as a family film, Father Hood is best left forgotten.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/12/23

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Audience Member

Father Hood can be a bit heavy at times... but that doesn't take away from its appeal.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/15/23

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Synopsis

The cross-country escapades of a small-time crook (Patrick Swayze) and his children are followed by a newswoman (Halle Berry) who's onto a story.

Director: Darrell James Roodt
Screenwriter: Scott Spencer
Production Co: Hollywood Pictures
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 27, 1993, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.3M
Runtime: 1h 34m
Sound Mix: Surround, Stereo

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