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In My Father's Den

In My Father's Den

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

20047.02h 6m

Overview

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.

Directed by Brad McGann
Written by Brad McGann, Maurice Gee
Produced by Trevor Haysom, Dixie Linder
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Top Cast

Matthew Macfadyen

Matthew Macfadyen

Paul Prior

Emily Barclay

Emily Barclay

Celia

Miranda Otto

Miranda Otto

Penny Prior

Colin Moy

Colin Moy

Andrew Prior

J

Jimmy Keen

Jonathan

Jodie Rimmer

Jodie Rimmer

Jackie

Matthew Chamberlain

Matthew Chamberlain

Jeff

Vicky Haughton

Vicky Haughton

Miss Seagar

Antony Starr

Antony Starr

Garreth

Vanessa Riddell

Vanessa Riddell

Iris

Themes & Keywords

sibling relationshipsoulmatesfuneralloss of loved onesuppressed pastvillage lifehomereturnprovinceex-girlfriendnew zealandcountry lifefamily historylodgewar photographerteachercrush

About In My Father's Den

In My Father's Den is a drama, mystery, thriller film released in 2004 exploring themes of sibling relationship, soulmates, funeral, loss of loved one, suppressed past, village life. Directed by Brad McGann, it stars Matthew Macfadyen, Emily Barclay, Miranda Otto. 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.

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