Falling

A man brings his elderly father from the country to Los Angeles to live with him and his family, triggering a series of events that forces them to confront their estranged relationship and the burdens of memory and identity. As the father's cognitive decline worsens, repressed memories and unspoken emotions surface, challenging their understanding of each other and their past.

Falling received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising Viggo Mortensen's directorial debut and performance, as well as the supporting cast. However, some found the film's narrative structure and pacing to be challenging.

• Praise for Viggo Mortensen's ambitious directorial debut and compelling central performance.

• Appreciation for the exploration of complex family dynamics and themes of memory.

• Criticism regarding the film's sometimes disjointed narrative and demanding structure.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally acknowledge the emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from Mortensen and Henriksen. However, some viewers found the film's non-linear storytelling and somber tone to be difficult to engage with.

Viggo Mortensen was nominated for Best Actor at the Goya Awards for his role in Falling.

Viggo Mortensen's own father, Viggo Mortensen Sr., inspired the character of Willis, his on-screen father, though the film is a work of fiction and not a direct biographical account.