Movie spotlight
Selfie Dad
Spiraling into a mid-life crisis and feeling disconnected from his family, Ben Marcus, a reality-TV editor, thinks he can only be happy by fulfilling his dream of becoming a professional comedian. Ben posts his stand-up routines to YouTube, and the videos fall flat. Then his tweener son posts Ben miserably failing on a home improvement project, and much to his teenage daughter’s dismay, it goes viral, launching Ben's social-media career as Selfie Dad. Although he quickly becomes an award-winning phenom, no amount of success brings Ben satisfaction. Through his friendship with a young coworker, Mickey, Ben finds the secret to a happy family . . . with his Bible in one hand, and his phone in the other.
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Plot Summary
A father tries to reconnect with his teenage daughter by becoming a viral sensation. After his daughter's TikTok account is sabotaged, he embarks on a quest to help her get it back, learning valuable lessons about faith, family, and finding your own voice along the way.
Critical Reception
Selfie Dad was primarily released to the Christian film market and received a generally positive, though niche, reception. It was praised for its positive messages and family-friendly humor, resonating well with its target audience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its wholesome family values and lighthearted comedy.
Appreciated for its positive messaging about faith and father-daughter relationships.
Found to be a feel-good movie with a simple, enjoyable plot.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated 'Selfie Dad' for its positive and uplifting themes, finding it to be a fun and family-friendly film. Many highlighted the movie's emphasis on faith and its humorous portrayal of modern social media culture.
Fun Fact
The film's central theme revolves around the father's attempt to understand and navigate the world of social media, particularly TikTok, to connect with his daughter, reflecting a common intergenerational challenge.
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