Fathers and Daughters

Fathers and Daughters

He wrote to her, about her, and for her.

Directed by Gabriele Muccino

Produced by Andrea Leone Films, Fear of God Films

2015116 min7.1 / 10

A tender, melancholic family drama about grief, mental illness, and the long shadow a parent's struggles cast on their child's ability to love.

A Pulitzer-winning writer grapples with being a widower and father after a mental breakdown, while, 27 years later, his grown daughter struggles to forge connections of her own.

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  • Is Fathers and Daughters sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.

  • Is Fathers and Daughters scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Fathers and Daughters violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Fathers and Daughters easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Does Fathers and Daughters end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Cinnamon Score

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity47

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Surprise76

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love72

How much audiences actually like it

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