Romulus, My Father

2007·Movie
1h 44min
IMDb6.6Metacritic57–Rotten Tomatoes55%65%

Where to watch

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Romulus, My Father fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Family, a real life story, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimately celebrates the unbreakable bond between father and son.
Biographical DramaFamily SagaEmotional ResilienceFather-Son RelationshipRural LifeStruggle & AdversityPoignantCharacter-DrivenHistorical Context

Crew

Directed by:
Richard Roxburgh, Robert Connolly, Katherine Fry
Written by:
Nick Drake, Raimond Gaita
Produced by:
Eric Bana, Richard Roxburgh, Gary Hamilton
Composed by:
Gary Wilkins, Phil Heywood, Danielle Wiessner

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Romulus, My Father

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Romulus, My Father legally?

PhiloThe RokuKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreeXumo PlayMagnolia SelectsTubi TV

Romulus, My Father is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Romulus, My Father worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Romulus, My Father?

1 h 44 min

Romulus, My Father runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Romulus, My Father based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Romulus, My Father?

Critics56
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate Romulus, My Father higher (66) than critics (56). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Romulus, My Father in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch Romulus, My Father?

8ATAUCHDEDKESNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Romulus, My Father in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Romulus, My Father use?

Axe-CrazyDomestic AbuseDespair Event HorizonMoney DumbManchild

TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for Romulus, My Father, including Axe-Crazy, Domestic Abuse, Despair Event Horizon.

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