My Dead Dad

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My Dead Dad

2021

1h 33m

Drama

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In this charming coming-of-age drama young burnout Lucas (Pedro Correa) is notified that his estranged father has passed away. Relieved to never have to hear about him again Lucas learns that his father left him the responsibility of managing an apartment complex in Los Angeles. Determined to sell off the complex without a second thought Lucas meets the eclectic tenants and soon discovers his father was a different man than the one he knew.

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Glenn Kenny

New York Times

The gear-grinding tedium of the movie’s taking-responsibility scenario is occasionally broken up by not-quite-lyrical sequences of Los Angeles sunsets seen from car windows.

Jun 2, 2022

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

sounds like it could be simple, even trite, but Correa, who also co-wrote the sharply observed screenplay...add[s] layers of complexity.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 1, 2022

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

Smartly directed, deftly edited, with a cast of performers who all get a chance to show what they can do.

Jun 1, 2022

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Peter Gray

The AU Review

An intimate, personal drama ... that examines how the definition of a relationship can be recontextualized through reflection.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 29, 2021

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Bobby LePire

Film Threat

Thanks to carefully written characters, an excellent cast, and some jaw-droppingly inspired editing, the drama finds the truth in the small moments between people.

Rated: 8.5/10

Oct 25, 2021

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Raquel Stecher

Quelle Movies

a deeply empathetic coming-of-age story

Oct 2, 2021

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Mark T

There are two sides to every story. In the middle we often find the truth. Glorifying the dead is common. Not appreciating them when they are alive is even more so. As a child your opinions on people and things are often created for you by the ones you are surrounded by. Any Negative opinions as a child usually result in angry feelings as an adult. Any positive opinions are usually adored without real reason. The type of feelings you feel deeply but don't really know why, so you don't question them, you just stubbornly feel. When you grow up it's now up to you on whether or not you hold onto those feelings. Most do because it's easier. In this coming of age film the main character didn't have to come to that crossroad on his own. It was brought to him when his dad died and with the help of the people in his complex he can now work through his past. Whether he likes it or not. If not for how this movie was edited together I don't know that it would have a lot going for it despite having a good storyline. But why focus on that? The movie is as perfect as it could have been. The actors all get their shot at showing their acting chops, including Chris Pontius who I love but should stick to playing "Party Boy". The main character shows depth in his role. A character that many of us probably relate to in some way. So if you can relate to being an angsty youth in need of a life change, watch.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

06/14/23

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My Dead Ex is a nice effort from director Fabio Frey, but the journey of its main character never really gets beyond moping in long-shots and dwindling conversations, while the moments that really do have a impact are quickly forgotten.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/31/23

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Elisabet A

Meh, it passed the time

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

06/04/22

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Loved it! That Pedro Correa is a star!! Great story. Artsy shots. There are some laughs, some tears, all around great film. And you have to love a story that starts out in Reno.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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In this charming coming-of-age drama young burnout Lucas (Pedro Correa) is notified that his estranged father has passed away. Relieved to never have to hear about him again Lucas learns that his father left him the responsibility of managing an apartment complex in Los Angeles. Determined to sell off the complex without a second thought Lucas meets the eclectic tenants and soon discovers his father was a different man than the one he knew.

Director: Fabio Frey
Producer: Tara Ansley, Pedro Correa
Screenwriter: Pedro Correa, Fabio Frey
Production Co: Never Norm Films, Wanderwell Entertainment, Big Indie Pictures
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 1, 2022
Runtime: 1h 33m

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