In My Father's Den (2004)
Who you set out to be isn't always who you become.
War journalist Paul Prior returns to his New Zealand hometown after his father’s death, rekindling strained relationships with his brother and memories of a troubled past. He befriends Celia, a curious and aspiring writer, who shares a fascination with his world. When Celia mysteriously disappears, Paul becomes the prime suspect, forcing him to confront buried secrets and uncover the dark truths of his family and community.
Cast
- Matthew Macfadyen - Paul Prior
- Emily Barclay - Celia
- Miranda Otto - Penny Prior
- Colin Moy - Andrew Prior
- Jimmy Keen - Jonathan
- Jodie Rimmer - Jackie
- Matthew Chamberlain - Jeff
- Vicky Haughton - Miss Seagar
- Antony Starr - Garreth
- Vanessa Riddell - Iris
Screenplay
- Brad McGann (Screenplay)
- Maurice Gee (Author)
Themes
Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Mentor's Betrayal and Heartbreak, Teacher-Student Relationship, Reflections on Life and Death, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
sibling relationship, soulmates, funeral, loss of loved one, suppressed past, village life, home, return, province, ex-girlfriend, new zealand, country life, family history, lodge, war photographer
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is In My Father's Den about?
- War journalist Paul Prior returns to his New Zealand hometown after his father’s death, rekindling strained relationships with his brother and memories of a troubled past. He befriends Celia, a curious and aspiring writer, who shares a fascination with his world. When Celia mysteriously disappears, Paul becomes the prime suspect, forcing him to confront buried secrets and uncover the dark truths of his family and community.
- Who directed In My Father's Den?
- In My Father's Den was directed by Brad McGann.
- Who stars in In My Father's Den?
- In My Father's Den stars Matthew Macfadyen, Emily Barclay, Miranda Otto, Colin Moy, Jimmy Keen, Jodie Rimmer.
- How long is In My Father's Den?
- In My Father's Den has a runtime of 2h 6m (126 minutes).
- What genre is In My Father's Den?
- In My Father's Den is a Drama, Mystery, Thriller film.
- Where was In My Father's Den produced?
- In My Father's Den was produced in New Zealand, United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of In My Father's Den?
- The themes of In My Father's Den include: Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Mentor's Betrayal and Heartbreak, Teacher-Student Relationship, Reflections on Life and Death, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.