Prisoner's Daughter
Prisoner's Daughter

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Prisoner's Daughter

2023
Movie
98 min
English

Released from prison with terminal cancer, Max tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter and the grandson he’s never known. When his daughter’s abusive, drug-addicted ex-husband reappears, Max’s violent past comes back to haunt them all.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users58%
Director: Catherine HardwickeGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A woman struggling with addiction attempts to reconnect with her estranged father, a notorious mob boss recently released from prison. As she tries to rebuild their relationship, she must also protect her young son from the dangerous influence of her father's past. The film explores themes of family, redemption, and the lasting impact of criminal life.

Critical Reception

Prisoner's Daughter received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors, particularly Brian Cox. However, many found the plot to be predictable and the narrative execution lacking in originality. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the dramatic elements and others finding it to be a standard crime drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film benefits from strong lead performances, especially from Brian Cox.

  • Narrative elements are often seen as formulaic and predictable.

  • The drama attempts to explore complex family dynamics but doesn't always succeed.

Google audience: Google users appear to have a somewhat favorable view of 'Prisoner's Daughter', appreciating the dramatic performances and the exploration of father-daughter relationships. However, some found the plot to be uninspired and the overall execution to be average for the genre.

Fun Fact

Director Catherine Hardwicke is known for directing the first film in the Twilight Saga and the teen drama 'Thirteen'.

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