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My Father

2007·Movie
1h 47min

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

A U.S. soldier comes to Korea and tracks down his biological father in jail.
Korean CinemaFamily DramaBiological FatherPrisonReconciliationMelancholyEmotionalMysteryContemporary

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is My Father worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is My Father?

1 h 47 min

My Father runs 1 h 47 min.

Is My Father based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is My Father in?

KoreanEnglish

It was made in Korean, with some English. Produced in South Korea.