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My Dad Is Into Terrorism
Hostage-taking, deadly bombings in Paris, lobbying, media and judicial machinery. This is the story of a carefree little girl, suddenly confronted with death threats, the bodyguards, to fear ... until the final drama, one winter evening in 1990.
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Plot Summary
A young man from Sweden receives a mysterious package containing his estranged father's diary. As he delves into the diary's contents, he uncovers his father's past involvement in terrorism. The film follows his journey to understand his father's choices and confront his own identity, caught between his Swedish upbringing and his Lebanese heritage.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its sensitive handling of complex themes and Fares Fares's directorial debut. While some found the narrative a bit uneven, many praised its thought-provoking exploration of identity, family secrets, and the aftermath of conflict.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its exploration of identity and family legacy.
Noted for its sensitive portrayal of difficult subject matter.
Some critics found the pacing and narrative structure to be inconsistent.
Google audience: Information not available.
Fun Fact
Fares Fares, who directed and stars in the film, is also known for his roles in internationally recognized films such as 'Zero Dark Thirty' and 'Chernobyl'.
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