
Papa
“He was a businessman, a jazz bandleader, a navy pilot—and a great dad.”
Synopsis
Filmmaker Jon Alpert turns the camera on his own family in this intimate portrait of his aging father. As illness and declining vitality reshape his life, the film captures a deeply personal struggle with dignity, humor, and the bonds that hold a family together.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Alpert
- Original Title
- Papa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- Downtown Community Television Center
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Alpert
Jon Alpert
John Custodio
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Alpert
Director
John Custodio
Editor
Jon Alpert
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Papa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Papa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Papa about?
Filmmaker Jon Alpert turns the camera on his own family in this intimate portrait of his aging father. As illness and declining vitality reshape his life, the film captures a deeply personal struggle with dignity, humor, and the bonds that hold a family together.
Who directed Papa?
Papa was directed by Jon Alpert.
Who stars in Papa?
The principal cast of Papa includes Not specified.
When was Papa released and how long is it?
Papa was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 51m.
















