My Son The Fanatic
This insightful, multi-layered, heartwarming film examines a Pakistani coming to terms with his life in England. Parvez (Om Puri), a good natured taxi driver, who is becoming increasingly estranged from his wife, and whose son is rebelling against him for reasons he can't understand, finds affection with local prostitute Bettina (Rachel Griffiths).
Year: 1997
Genre: Drama, Film Festivals 1999, Film Festivals 1998
Country: UK
Director: Udayan Prasad
Starring: Om Puri, Rachel Griffiths, Stellan Skarsgard
Duration: 87 Minutes
Rating: M
7/10
Location in store: Drama
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