Family Life
Family Life

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Family Life

2017
Movie
80 min
Spanish

While house-sitting for a distant cousin, a lonely man fabricates the existence of a vindictive ex-wife withholding his daughter, in order to gain the sympathy of the single mother he has just met.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Benjamin GilmourGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A young father, struggling with the loss of his wife, attempts to reconnect with his daughter by taking her on a remote camping trip. However, their journey takes a dangerous turn when they encounter a group of ruthless criminals. He must then fight for survival and protect his child in the harsh Australian wilderness.

Critical Reception

Family Life received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its intense survival thriller elements and performances, particularly from Ryan Corr. Some critics found the plot predictable, but it was generally appreciated for its atmospheric tension and emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful action sequences and survival thriller aspects.

  • Ryan Corr's performance as a grieving father was a standout element.

  • Some viewers found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the rugged Australian landscape, which contributed significantly to its authentic and tense atmosphere.

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