The Father is a 2020 drama film directed by Florian Zeller, based on his own 2012 play Le Père. The movie stars Anthony Hopkins as Anthony, an elderly man who is struggling with memory loss and other symptoms of dementia. Olivia Colman plays his daughter Anne, who is trying to care for him but finds herself increasingly frustrated and helpless.
The film is structured as a series of vignettes that take place in Anthony's apartment, as he moves through disjointed and confused conversations with his family and caregivers. As the story progresses, the viewer is gradually drawn into Anthony's perspective, experiencing his confusion, fear, and frustration as he tries to understand what is happening to him and who he can trust.
The Father is a powerful and emotionally complex film about the devastating effects of dementia, both on the individual and on their loved ones. It has been widely praised for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of the condition and the toll it takes on people's lives, as well as its stellar performances and innovative storytelling. The movie received numerous awards and nominations, including six Academy Award nominations and two wins for Best Actor and Best Adapted Screenplay.
