Review of The Father (2020) by Nickthecritick — 19 Apr 2022
On the residential streets of affluent London, Anne visits her father Anthony in his apartment. The 80-year-old man is saddened when his daughter announces an imminent move to Paris to join the man she loves and asks him what will become of him.
Shortly thereafter, still in his home, Anthony finds a man sitting reading the newspaper, who claims to be Anne's host and husband. Although lively and at times very lucid, Anthony shows the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, forgetting facts, places and people.
In his relationship with his family and young caregiver Laura, the latest in a long series, Anthony's life continues in confused fragments that his mind is no longer able to piece together. Lifetime performance for Anthony Hopkins who at 84 offers his best performance.
Director Florian Zeller stars in an impressive debut with this masterfully shot and edited original drama.
This review of The Father (2020) was written by Nickthecritick on 19 Apr 2022.
The Father has generally received very positive reviews.
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