Dealing with Dad

This film really hits you over the head with the fact that the children (who are now adults) had a rough childhood. They are still dealing with that trauma today - each in their own way. But, the interesting and relatable thing is that they know this. They recognize it and are dealing with it.

When it comes time to face the source (one of them) of that trauma, tough decisions are being made. There is internal and external struggles that are not unique to just this family but can be relatable to most.

Overall, yes, this is a "comedic drama" if you will. The humor is there and it delivers. It helps to soften the stronger, darker tones being discussed. It is a good film that is easy to watch and enjoy.

Great writing! The witty banter between siblings is hilarious. The subject matter is serious and universally relevant. And the story flows perfectly between humor and drama. There are some hints that this is a low budget production (effects, etc.), but the story is very poignant, performances are excellent, and it's all built on a fabulous script. While the family in this film is Asian, the story will resonate with viewers from any culture, especially if you have a cantankerous patriarch and colorful sibling rivalries. Regardless of your race or family dynamics, this movie is highly enjoyable.

Dealing with Dad is an apt depiction of the ups and downs of a family dealing with a crisis. Each character has a defining moment where you see them become more human and faliable. But there is also redemption and acceptance as they each navigate their own personal drama.

This roller coaster ride is funny, thoughtful and brutally honest. You'll find yourself relating to the idiosyncrasies and humility of each character. You'll walk away feeling a bit lighter with your own families a little bit closer to your heart!

Shedding light on depression will undoubtedly help reduce the stigma of mental illness. This was done with sensitivity, humor and love.

This is a very funny but also moving look at adult children struggling to figure out what to do about their father's depression. Don't let the subject matter fool you though: this is definitely a comedy. But it also explores how a loved one's mental illness complicates the family dynamic and how various members of a family can have very different approaches to handling it. The characters all seem like real people. Real, very quirky, often difficult people. The mother character especially seemed like people I have known. I saw the movie with my 17-year-old son, and he also thought it was hilarious.

What a great feel good movie. I got a chance to watch an advance screening last year and it was so fun. It was my first movie in the theatre since the pandemic. The movie was witty and heartfelt. It had themes of identity. Family dunamics, societal norms etc - it was almost like a coming of age movie, but more like, "we are grown up now, and what are we doing?"

The acting was so funny, some areas were exaggerated but I think that was the point - to illustrate and build up each and individual character. I could see myself in each character which made the movie very relatable.

It was a great movie and I can't wait to watch it again with my teenagers. They need to understand what it was like for us Gen Xers growing up and how we see the world.