My Father Is Coming
Synopsis
Vicky, an out-of-work actress, struggling waitress and lesbian has her whole life thrown into turmoil when her father comes from Germany to visit. The main problem is that Vicky has told him she is a successful actress and happily married. She enlists the help of a gay friend to play her husband. Using a large range of characters—gay, lesbian, straight, transsexuals—the film creates a funny and touching view of family dynamics and sexuality.
Top Cast
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Shelley Kästner
Vicky
Alfred Edel
Hans
Annie Sprinkle
Annie
Michael Massee
Joe
Michael Waite
Bartender
Mary Lou Grailau
Lisa
David Bronstein
Ben
Dominique Gaspar
Christa
Flora Gaspar
Dora
Fakir Musafar
Fakir
Israel Marti
Tito
Bruce Benderson
Allen
Mario de Colombia
Singer
Charles-John Austen
Restaurant Manager
Rebecca Lewin
Talkshow Hostess
Stephen Feld
Agent
Fidel Howden
Cab Driver
Mariana Díaz
Tito's Aunt
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monika Treut
- Screenplay & Story
- Monika Treut, Bruce Benderson
- Original Score
- David Van Tieghem
- Original Title
- My Father Is Coming
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Hyena Films, NDR, Hamburger Filmbüro
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monika Treut
Monika Treut, Bruce Benderson
David Van Tieghem
Elfi Mikesch
Steven C. Brown
Monika Treut
Department Leadership Roster
Monika Treut
Director
Monika Treut
Writer
Bruce Benderson
Writer
Monika Treut
Producer
Elfi Mikesch
Director of Photography
David Van Tieghem
Original Music Composer
Steven C. Brown
Editor
Robin Ford
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About My Father Is Coming
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What is My Father Is Coming about?
Vicky, an out-of-work actress, struggling waitress and lesbian has her whole life thrown into turmoil when her father comes from Germany to visit. The main problem is that Vicky has told him she is a successful actress and happily married. She enlists the help of a gay friend to play her husband. Using a large range of characters—gay, lesbian, straight, transsexuals—the film creates a funny and touching view of family dynamics and sexuality.
Who directed My Father Is Coming?
My Father Is Coming was directed by Monika Treut.
Who stars in My Father Is Coming?
The principal cast of My Father Is Coming includes Shelley Kästner, Alfred Edel, Annie Sprinkle, Michael Massee, Michael Waite.
When was My Father Is Coming released and how long is it?
My Father Is Coming was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for My Father Is Coming?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Father Is Coming was composed by David Van Tieghem.