Da
Da

Da

1988Movie102 minEnglish

A New York playwright is summoned to Ireland to bury his father. While at his boyhood home, he encounters his father's spirit and relives memories both pleasant and not.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Director: Matthew WarchusGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In 1960s Dublin, a young boy named Charlie is being raised by his increasingly frail and eccentric grandfather, Da. As Da's memories fade, Charlie grapples with the legacy of his family's past and the bittersweet nature of love and loss. The film explores themes of aging, memory, and the enduring bond between generations.

Critical Reception

Da received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its heartfelt performances and poignant exploration of family relationships. While some found its pacing a bit slow, the emotional core of the story and the touching portrayal of the grandfather-grandson dynamic were widely appreciated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching performances, particularly from the lead actors portraying Da and Charlie.
  • The film effectively captures the bittersweet nature of memory and the complexities of family relationships.
  • Some critics noted a slightly deliberate pace that might not appeal to all viewers.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name by Hugh Leonard.

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SPDonlan

SPDonlan

'It was a long time before I realuzed that love turned upside down is love for all that.' Adapted by Leonard from his memory play, tapping into his own accomplished memoirs, the film covers a childhood and early career before and after I...