Father’s Chair (2012)

7.0/10 93 min Drama

Overview

Theo is living the good life in an upscale Brazilian neighborhood. He’s a hardworking doctor, husband, and father. However, Theo has chosen his career over his family, and little by little he discovers that his world is crumbling around him. His beloved mentor and surrogate father is dying, and his wife announces that she wants a divorce. Yet nothing prepares him for the day when he comes home to discover that his 15-year-old son, Pedro, has disappeared. Theo takes to the road in search of his son. In a journey that leads him throughout Brazil, Theo discovers what really matters to him. Searching for his missing son, Theo finds himself.

Cast

Wagner Moura

Theo Gadelha

Mariana Lima

Branca Gadelha

Brás Antunes

Pedro Gadelha

Lima Duarte

Sal Gadelha

Abrahão Farc

Sr. Custódio

Rui Rezende

Homem Grande

Edmilson Cordeiro

Homem PET

Teca Pereira

Vó Favela

Donizeti Mazonas

Funcionário de Suípa

João Fábio Cabral

Tratorista

Luisa Arraes

Liz

Thierry Trémouroux

Patrick

Pascoal Villaboim

Beto Favela

Gabrielle Lopes

Mãe de Levy

Rincon Sapiência

Motoqueiro Playboy de Saruí

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