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In My Father's Den (2004)

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In My Father's Den (2005), a universally acclaimed New Zealand feature, swept over 15 international honors and virtually owned the 2005 New Zealand Film Awards. This intelligently crafted, penetrating drama travels in the footsteps of such masterpieces as The Myth of Fingerprints, In the Bedroom, and The Son's Room by detailing an indigenous, scarred family's attempt to heal from age-old wounds. The haunting story begins with war journalist Paul (Matthew MacFadyen), who returns to his childhood

R, 2 hr. 6 min.

Mystery & Suspense, Drama

Directed By: Brad McGann

Written By: Maurice Gee, Brad McGann

In Theaters: Jun 10, 2005 Wide

On DVD: Nov 6, 2007

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Critic Reviews for In My Father's Den

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Beautifully filmed and totally absorbing mystery about family secrets.

July 5, 2005 Comment

Ray Bennett

Hollywood Reporter

Top Critic

Both compulsive and entertaining, striking a perfect balance between drama and thriller and serving up a story that's instantly worth following.

July 5, 2005 Full Review Source: FilmFocus

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Joe Utichi

FilmFocus

A cleverly structured, smartly written film that holds your attention to the end and delivers a powerful emotional kick

June 25, 2005 Full Review Source: ViewLondon

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Matthew Turner

ViewLondon

The tale of a prodigal son, misunderstanding and tragedy, this Den is well worth exploring.

June 14, 2005 Full Review Source: BBC

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Nev Pierce

BBC

Powerfully involving, even if it's also rather heavy-going and sneaky.

April 6, 2005 Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall

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Rich Cline

Shadows on the Wall

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Could have been better. A brisker pace & a well thought/executed ending would have been of great help.

February 9, 2010

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for sexual content, language, some violence and drug use.I found this movie very emotional and sensitive.The performances from the entire cast were amazing, the lead characters, all unknown for me, Emily Barclay (as Celia) and Mathew MacFadyen (as Paul Prior) I found the scenes tbetween them was so pleasant to watch.

August 22, 2009