In My Father's Den
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70% Critic Match

In My Father's Den

Who you set out to be isn't always who you become.

7.0 / 10 2004 2h 6mNR English
DramaMysteryThriller

Storyline

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 & Crew

Matthew Macfadyen

Matthew Macfadyen

Paul Prior

Lead
Emily Barclay

Emily Barclay

Celia

Miranda Otto

Miranda Otto

Penny Prior

Colin Moy

Colin Moy

Andrew Prior

JK

Jimmy Keen

Jonathan

Jodie Rimmer

Jodie Rimmer

Jackie

Matthew Chamberlain

Matthew Chamberlain

Jeff

Vicky Haughton

Vicky Haughton

Miss Seagar

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Brad McGann's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
4.0
Every frame feels alive. In My Father's Den is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker