Is The Father worth watching?
87
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87.
The Father
2000·Movie
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score87
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During the Derg Period in Ethiopia, artist Alazar provides safety for his politically involved friend Jonas. There is a heavy personal price for Alazar and his wife, Rahel, to pay for his action. Alazar ends up in prison, but is eventually released. This film examines his life and the sudden reasons that lead up to his death.
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Questions about The Father
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Is The Father in English?
Amharic
No, it was made in Amharic.
What tropes does The Father use?
The UnfavoriteDowner EndingThrough the Eyes of MadnessWham LineUnreliable NarratorJerkass Has a PointBuilding of AdventureSlain in Their SleepElder AbusePet the DogJerkassAdaptation Name Changeand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 tropes for it, including The Unfavorite, Downer Ending, and Through the Eyes of Madness.