My Old Man's Place
My Old Man's Place

My Old Man's Place

1971Movie93 minEnglish

Two soldiers return from Vietnam with serious PTSD. They decide to go for a couple of days to a peaceful farm owned by the father of one of the men. A psychotic sergeant who also did tours in Nam, joins them. Personalities clash hard.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Edwin StaffordGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young man returns to his hometown after his father's death to find his father's business in trouble with a ruthless developer. He must fight to save his family's legacy and the town from being taken over.

Critical Reception

This film received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, though some performances were noted as being serviceable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Felt like a familiar melodrama with little original to offer.
  • Performances were adequate but couldn't elevate the weak screenplay.
  • Lacked the emotional depth to truly engage the audience.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable. Those who have seen it often cite it as a dated melodrama with predictable plot points.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in rural Pennsylvania, aiming for an authentic small-town American atmosphere.

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