Don't Come Upstairs
Synopsis
They were taught one rule: never ask Dad what he does. Don’t Come Upstairs is a documentary that unravels the secret filmmaker Mike Lobel’s father Eric kept hidden—his decades-long role as a prominent drug distributor in Canada. Told through home videos and interviews with family members, this isn’t just about Eric’s double life—it’s about the impact his secrecy had on his family. Exploring generational trauma, the fallout of parental choices, and the hope that comes with facing hard truths in pursuit of healing and connection, Lobel's film builds to a final familial confrontation where one more truth is revealed.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Mike Lobel
- Screenplay & Story
- Mike Lobel, Mika Collins
- Original Title
- Don't Come Upstairs
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Lobel
Mike Lobel, Mika Collins
Mike Lobel
Mike Lobel, Joe Kicak, Alona Metzer, Mika Collins, John Fawcett
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Lobel
Editor
Mike Lobel
Writer
Mike Lobel
Director
Mika Collins
Writer
Joe Kicak
Producer
Alona Metzer
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Don't Come Upstairs
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What is Don't Come Upstairs about?
They were taught one rule: never ask Dad what he does. Don’t Come Upstairs is a documentary that unravels the secret filmmaker Mike Lobel’s father Eric kept hidden—his decades-long role as a prominent drug distributor in Canada. Told through home videos and interviews with family members, this isn’t just about Eric’s double life—it’s about the impact his secrecy had on his family. Exploring generational trauma, the fallout of parental choices, and the hope that comes with facing hard truths in pursuit of healing and connection, Lobel's film builds to a final familial confrontation where one more truth is revealed.
Who directed Don't Come Upstairs?
Don't Come Upstairs was directed by Mike Lobel.
Who stars in Don't Come Upstairs?
The principal cast of Don't Come Upstairs includes Mike Lobel, Melanie Lobel, Elliot Lobel.
When was Don't Come Upstairs released and how long is it?
Don't Come Upstairs was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.