In My Father's Den

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In My Father's Den

R

2004

2h 6m

Drama

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Renowned photojournalist Paul Prior (Matthew MacFadyen) goes home to New Zealand for his father's funeral. While sifting through the personal effects contained in the man's longtime haven, he meets Celia (Emily Barclay), the teenage daughter of his former flame (Jodie Rimmer). The girl subsequently develops a crush on the man who is very likely her father.

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Ray Bennett

The Hollywood Reporter

Beautifully filmed and totally absorbing mystery about family secrets.

Jul 5, 2005

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Nev Pierce

BBC.com

The tale of a prodigal son, misunderstanding and tragedy, this Den is well worth exploring.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 14, 2005

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Graeme Tuckett

The Post NZ

In My Father's Den is a knotty, involving and ultimately heartbreaking film.

Sep 3, 2021

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Paul Dale

The List

This really is less than the sum of its considerably interesting parts. But British actor MacFadyen is phenomenal, as are all the actors here.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 24, 2019

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Joe Utichi

FilmFocus

Both compulsive and entertaining, striking a perfect balance between drama and thriller and serving up a story that's instantly worth following.

Rated: 78/100

Jul 5, 2005

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Matthew Turner

ViewLondon

A cleverly structured, smartly written film that holds your attention to the end and delivers a powerful emotional kick

Rated: 4/5

Jun 25, 2005

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I just loved it. Every piece of it. Brilliant story, best cast, love Macfadyen always. I can't believe I just watched it on 2019 and it still has a traumatizing novelty.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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nilufer e

It was really absorbing and unexpected. The pace was slow for sure but it was never boring. Fair acting, strong plot and a clever directing.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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nefasto r

Wow, I didn't expect it to be so good. Nicely filmed, and the mystery part was mysterious indeed. Recommended.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Overlooked family drama from down under.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/17/23

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Audience Member

Probably one of my favourite films of all time. It is a very dark and heavy film so be prepared for that. This film will take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions and that is what makes it so good.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/17/23

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A new-fashioned whodunnit which takes an unromantic view of the small town escapee, played with astonishing skill by MacFadyen.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Brad McGann

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Paul Prior

Miranda Otto

Penny Prior

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Celia

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Synopsis

Renowned photojournalist Paul Prior (Matthew MacFadyen) goes home to New Zealand for his father's funeral. While sifting through the personal effects contained in the man's longtime haven, he meets Celia (Emily Barclay), the teenage daughter of his former flame (Jodie Rimmer). The girl subsequently develops a crush on the man who is very likely her father.

Director: Brad McGann
Producer: Trevor Haysom, Dixie Linder
Screenwriter: Brad McGann
Production Co: Little Bird
Rating: R (Sexual Content|Language|Drug Use|Some Violence)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Runtime: 2h 6m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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