
Feature film — 2004
In My Father's Den (2004)
War journalist Paul Prior returns to his New Zealand hometown after his father’s death, rekindling strained relationships with his brother and memories of a troubled past. He befriends Celia, a curious and aspiring writer, who shares a fascination with his world. When Celia mysteriously disappears, Paul becomes the prime suspect, forcing him to confront buried secrets and uncover the dark truths of his family and community.
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A high-signal pick with 114 votes.
IFMD Ltd. / Little Bird / Element X / New Zealand Film Commission / NZ on Air / T.H.E. Films / The Film Coy / UK Film Council / Visionview Productions
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Director: Brad McGann
On screen
Cast & crew

Matthew Macfadyen
Paul Prior

Emily Barclay
Celia

Miranda Otto
Penny Prior

Colin Moy
Andrew Prior
Jimmy Keen
Jonathan

Jodie Rimmer
Jackie

Matthew Chamberlain
Jeff

Vicky Haughton
Miss Seagar

Antony Starr
Garreth

Vanessa Riddell
Iris

Toby Alexander
Paul as Teenager
Nicholas Hayward
Andrew as Teenager
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