Romulus, My Father
Eric Bana and Franka Potente star in this adaptation of Raimond Gaita's childhood memoir, relating the experience of his immigrant family's struggle for a better life in outback Australia. Relationships are strained in this harsh new environment but Romulus' hope and morality inspire his child Raimond and cement the precious bond between father and son. Judged best film and actor by the Australian Film Institute and hailed by critics as an emotional masterpiece.
Year: 2007
Genre: Drama, Australian Film, True Stories, Based on..., Biography, Film Festivals 2006
Country: Australia
Director: Richard Roxburgh
Starring: Eric Bana, Franka Potente, Marton Csokas, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Russell Dykstra, Jacek Koman
Duration: 100 Minutes
Rating: M - Contains sex scenes and offensive language.
6.7/10
Location in store: Australian Film
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