We Need to Talk About Dad

This documentary delves into a family's turmoil, revealing the aftermath of a shocking crime committed by the father. Seven years prior, the family appeared perfect, but everything changed when the older son, Henry, discovered his mother gravely injured in the garden. The father had attacked her with an ax, resulting in severe injuries, and after serving only five months in prison, he attempted to reintegrate into the family as if nothing had happened.

As the narrative unfolds, Henry grapples with the trauma of that day and decides to disclose the truth to his younger brother, Felix, who was kept in the dark about the tragedy. The film captures the struggle for healing and the complexity of familial relationships in the wake of such a profound betrayal. With a runtime of 60 minutes, this documentary offers a raw and intense examination of trauma, secrecy, and the quest for understanding within a fractured family.