About My Father

About My Father

2023 · 90 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.0 (443 votes)
Dir. Laura Terruso · Starring Sebastian Maniscalco, Robert De Niro, Leslie Bibb, Anders Holm, David Rasche, Brett Dier · Music Stephanie Economou

“Feathers will be ruffled.”

Comedy

Encouraged by his girlfriend Ellie, Sebastian and his Italian immigrant father, Salvo, spend the 4th of July weekend with her wealthy and exceedingly eccentric family. The gathering soon develops into a culture clash, allowing father and son to discover the true meaning of family.

VIBE

This film feels like a cringe-comedy with a heart. Expect awkward family dinners, class differences, and plenty of laughs as a working-class dad navigates his son's upper-crust in-laws. Ultimately, it's about finding common ground and the true meaning of family.

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