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Father’s Chair

2012Movie1 h 33 minPG-13

63
DecentGoodWatch score

A moving, intriguing drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Story

Theo is living the good life in an upscale Brazilian neighborhood. He’s a hardworking doctor, husband, and father. However, Theo has chosen his career over his family, and little by little he discovers that his world is crumbling around him. His beloved mentor and surrogate father is dying, and his wife announces that she wants a divorce. Yet nothing prepares him for the day when he comes home to discover that his 15-year-old son, Pedro, has disappeared. Theo takes to the road in search of his son. In a journey that leads him throughout Brazil, Theo discovers what really matters to him. Searching for his missing son, Theo finds himself.

Feels like

  • Brazilian Cinema
  • Road Movie
  • Father-Son Relationship
  • Coming-of-Age
  • Psychological Journey
  • Missing Person
  • Redemption
  • Social Commentary
  • Melancholy

Cast

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Directed by
Luciano Moura

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Facts

January 20, 2012 · 1 h 33 min · PG-13

Released
January 20, 2012
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Drug Use, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil
Available in
131 countries

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Where can I stream Father’s Chair?

In the United States, Father’s Chair streams on fuboTV, and it is free with ads on Kanopy, Plex, myfilmfriend, Mometu, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Father’s Chair worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Father’s Chair okay for kids?

PG-13Drug useStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for drug use and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Father’s Chair in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.