
Romulus, My Father
Directed by Richard Roxburgh
Produced by Australian Film Finance Corporation, Arenafilm
A tender yet sorrowful portrait of an immigrant father and son's bond forged through family tragedy and mental illness, grounded in lived experience and the resilience of love.
The story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimately celebrates the unbreakable bond between father and son.
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Questions people ask
Is Romulus, My Father sad? Yes, very. More sad than 92% of films.
Is Romulus, My Father violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does Romulus, My Father end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is Romulus, My Father easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Romulus, My Father scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Conventional, and it does not land.
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Like Romulus, My Father
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Romulus, My Father
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Romulus, My Father, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Romulus, My Father, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Romulus, My Father, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


























































