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Holy Father

  • 2020
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
355
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Holy Father (2020)
Documentary

A future father reconnects with his own, long-lost father, now a monk on Mount Athos.A future father reconnects with his own, long-lost father, now a monk on Mount Athos.A future father reconnects with his own, long-lost father, now a monk on Mount Athos.

  • Director
    • Andrei Dascalescu
  • Writers
    • Roberto Blatt
    • Andrei Dascalescu
  • Stars
    • Iulia-Paula Niculescu
    • Constantin Dascalescu
    • Ana Sofia Dascalescu
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
    355
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Andrei Dascalescu
    • Writers
      • Roberto Blatt
      • Andrei Dascalescu
    • Stars
      • Iulia-Paula Niculescu
      • Constantin Dascalescu
      • Ana Sofia Dascalescu
    • 9User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 5 nominations total

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    Iulia-Paula Niculescu
    • Self
    Constantin Dascalescu
    • Self
    Ana Sofia Dascalescu
    • Self
    • Director
      • Andrei Dascalescu
    • Writers
      • Roberto Blatt
      • Andrei Dascalescu
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    5philip-00197

    Hmm...

    As I write this review there are only five other written reviews on Holy Father - all of them rewarding it with ten stars. Most of the reviewers have only ever written one review (and none of them have reviewed more than three). As long as IMDB steers reasonably clear from disinformation and represents "honest opinions" it is a useful tool in guiding us through the overwhelming amount of choices we have at our disposal.

    The story of parents emotionally under delivering to their children may be a universal topic - it is, however one Dascalescu doesn't deliver particularly well. The narrative feels more driven by personal disappointment than trying to convey a message with documentary qualities. In so doing the ability to identify and empathise is greatly diminished.

    Under all accounts it is hard to take in that anybody, genuinely, feels that 10/10 represents a reasonable assessment of Holy Father.
    10florinaianus

    A story about journeys

    Emotional story of parents to be, parents and grandparents. We are all somebody's child. And we all live with our own demons and internal struggles. Andrei managed to capture all this in the most authentic way. Many of us will relate to the story on so many levels. 85 minutes of emotions, uneasiness, giggles, laughters, tears. Thank you Andrei and Paula, for sharing your journey with the world. Ana Sofia is the most beautiful reason to become the best version of yourselves.
    10Val_N_Tin

    On a journey you need to know where you come from

    In some ways we are carbon copies of our parents. My mistakes are my father's mistakes before me. His choices are the example that guide me on his footsteps.

    A young father tries to understand his father's choice, so he can break the cycle and be there for his child.

    Heartwarming tale of one's quest to understand his past without a judgement.
    10dienuza

    Every boy wants to grow up to be like his father, but what if your father isn't present?

    An emotional journey into understanding parenthood. Parents are supposed to guide us into adulthood and becoming good parents ourselves when it is time. But in real life this relationship is rarely so simple. This slice-of-life documentary bravely tackles issues in parent-child relationship. Those who are familiar with the beloved Constantin and Elena will get the chance to see them on screen again!
    10mariasimonaarsu

    emotional, intimate, personal

    I found myself exposed in many ways watching this documentary that feels more like an artistic movie. The most important thing that got my attention after watching it is the fact that i started asking myself uncomfortable questions, regarding my own family. I may be subjective after seeing all of his productions but everything Andrei Dascalescu does, touches my soul in honest and direct ways.

    I cannot wait to see his evolution as a director and surely, who knows, as a father.

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    • Release date
      • August 15, 2020 (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
    • Country of origin
      • Romania
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    • Languages
      • Romanian
      • English
      • Italian
    • Also known as
      • Ojcze nasz
    • Filming locations
      • Piatra Neamt, Romania
    • Production company
      • Filmlab
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 25 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39:1

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