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Fathers and Sons

2005·Movie
1h 41min·R

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos7
  • Romance6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Sometimes the hardest man to find is the one you were meant to be.

Intertwined tales of three families who grow up on the same street, focusing on the relationship of fathers and sons. The first section features Anthony and Jenny and traces the father-son bond that develops between Anthony and his newborn son over 30 years. The second story centers on the affairs of an airline pilot who shares a house but not a life with his wife. He crosses paths with an unusual woman and spends an extraordinary night with his son. The final chapter follows the homecoming of Elliot to his estranged family. As his father dies, Elliot meets and falls in love with a woman who sees past his tough-guy exterior.
Generational DramaFamily RelationshipsPaternal BondsEmotional StorytellingIntertwined NarrativesHuman ConnectionSlice of LifeContemporary IssuesReflectiveCharacter-Driven

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Fathers and Sons legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Fathers and Sons worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Fathers and Sons rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is Fathers and Sons?

1 h 41 min

Fathers and Sons runs 1 h 41 min.

What language is Fathers and Sons in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Fathers and Sons?

3GBHRUS

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