In My Father's Den
“Who you set out to be isn't always who you become.”
Synopsis
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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Top Cast
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Matthew Macfadyen
Paul Prior
Emily Barclay
Celia
Miranda Otto
Penny Prior
Colin Moy
Andrew Prior
Jimmy Keen
Jonathan
Jodie Rimmer
Jackie
Matthew Chamberlain
Jeff
Vicky Haughton
Miss Seagar
Antony Starr
Garreth
Vanessa Riddell
Iris
Toby Alexander
Paul as Teenager
Nicholas Hayward
Andrew as Teenager
Liam Herbert
Andrew as Child
Asher Emanuel
Paul as Child
Sian Davis
Clerk
Josephine Davison
Scottish Woman
Geoff Dolan
O'Neill
Geraldine Brophy
Det. Farnon
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 3, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brad McGann
- Screenplay & Story
- Brad McGann
- Original Score
- Simon Boswell
- Original Title
- In My Father's Den
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Production Studios
- IFMD Ltd., Little Bird, Element X, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, T.H.E. Films, The Film Coy, UK Film Council, Visionview Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brad McGann
Brad McGann, Maurice Gee
Simon Boswell
Stuart Dryburgh
Chris Plummer
Sue Bruce-Smith, Dixie Linder, Trevor Haysom
Department Leadership Roster
Brad McGann
Screenplay
Stuart Dryburgh
Director of Photography
Jennifer Kernke
Production Design
Simon Boswell
Original Music Composer
Chris Plummer
Editor
Brad McGann
Director
Dixie Linder
Producer
Kirsty Cameron
Costume Design
Trevor Haysom
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About In My Father's Den
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What is In My Father's Den about?
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.
Who directed In My Father's Den?
In My Father's Den was directed by Brad McGann.
Who stars in In My Father's Den?
The principal cast of In My Father's Den includes Matthew Macfadyen, Emily Barclay, Miranda Otto, Colin Moy, Jimmy Keen.
When was In My Father's Den released and how long is it?
In My Father's Den was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for In My Father's Den?
The original motion picture soundtrack for In My Father's Den was composed by Simon Boswell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for In My Father's Den?
In My Father's Den holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).