CinemaOSMovie · 2004 · 2h 6m

In My Father's Den

Who you set out to be isn't always who you become.

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War journalist Paul Prior returns to his New Zealand hometown after his father’s death, rekindling strained relationships with his brother and memories of a troubled past. He befriends Celia, a curious and aspiring writer, who shares a fascination with his world. When Celia mysteriously disappears, Paul becomes the prime suspect, forcing him to confront buried secrets and uncover the dark truths of his family and community.

Directed byBrad McGann

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Status
Released
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
EN
Released
June 11, 2004
Studios
New Zealand Film CommissionNZ on AirUK Film Council

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Featuring

Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring
Matthew Macfadyen

Matthew Macfadyen

Paul Prior

Emily Barclay

Emily Barclay

Celia

Miranda Otto

Miranda Otto

Penny Prior

Colin Moy

Colin Moy

Andrew Prior

Jimmy Keen

Jonathan

Jodie Rimmer

Jodie Rimmer

Jackie

Matthew Chamberlain

Matthew Chamberlain

Jeff

Vicky Haughton

Vicky Haughton

Miss Seagar

Antony Starr

Antony Starr

Garreth

Vanessa Riddell

Vanessa Riddell

Iris

Creative team
Directed by
Brad McGann
Written by
Brad McGann
Produced by
Trevor Haysom
Dixie Linder

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