Review of Father Figures (2017) by James S — 13 May 2018

Same as advertised. Had a few laughs but did not work.

This review of Father Figures (2017) was written by James S on 13 May 2018.

Father Figures has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jesse O (1,397) on 30 Nov 2018

So, yea, I believe I may have mentioned this in prior reviews, but I've never been closed to my father…

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It's not that bad for a cheesy, lame bromance comedy…

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By Caitlin H (98) on 26 Apr 2018

Sorry, what was this movie about again? For some good actors this movie was stifling boring. I fell asleep half way through…

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By Shawn R (752) on 13 May 2018

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By Yeghia E (17) on 08 Jun 2018

Hollyweird?s war against Fatherhood is blatant. Liberalism is a mental disorder…

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By Toby H (254) on 08 Apr 2018

Ok I liked it. Touching like a soap.. but funny weird. Defo a drama but not emasculating…

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