Father’s Chair (2012)

  • PG-13
  • 01/20/2012 (US)
  • Drama
  • 1h 33m

Overview

Theo is living the good life in an upscale Brazilian neighborhood. He’s a hardworking doctor, husband, and father. However, Theo has chosen his career over his family, and little by little he discovers that his world is crumbling around him. His beloved mentor and surrogate father is dying, and his wife announces that she wants a divorce. Yet nothing prepares him for the day when he comes home to discover that his 15-year-old son, Pedro, has disappeared. Theo takes to the road in search of his son. In a journey that leads him throughout Brazil, Theo discovers what really matters to him. Searching for his missing son, Theo finds himself.

Luciano Moura

Director, Writer

Elena Soarez

Writer

Cast

Wagner Moura's headshot

Wagner Moura

Theo Gadelha
Brás Antunes's headshot

Brás Antunes

Pedro
Lima Duarte's headshot

Lima Duarte

Pai de Theo
Mariana Lima's headshot

Mariana Lima

Branca
Lucas de Araujo's headshot

Lucas de Araujo

China (garoto carona)
Gabriel de Marin's headshot

Gabriel de Marin

Branco (menino)

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