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When Did You Last See Your Father?
a.k.a. And When Did You Last See Your Father? Director: Jim Broadbent, Anand Tucker Cast: Jim Broadbent, Colin Firth, Juliet Stevenson, Gina McKee

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  • DVD Release Date: 11/04/2008
  • Original Release: 2007
  • Rating: Rated PG13
  • Sales Rank: 12,343

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Closed Caption; ; Commentary with Director Anand Tucker; Deleted Scenes

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Disc #1 -- When Did You Last See Your Father?
1. Chapter 1 [3:51]
2. Chapter 2 [3:03]
3. Chapter 3 [1:16]
4. Chapter 4 [3:10]
5. Chapter 5 [2:24]
6. Chapter 6 [3:15]
7. Chapter 7 [2:29]
8. Chapter 8 [5:56]
9. Chapter 9 [4:10]
10. Chapter 10 [4:20]
11. Chapter 11 [4:42]
12. Chapter 12 [3:22]
13. Chapter 13 [2:42]
14. Chapter 14 [4:35]
15. Chapter 15 [2:24]
16. Chapter 16 [3:42]
17. Chapter 17 [2:07]
18. Chapter 18 [3:53]
19. Chapter 19 [1:31]
20. Chapter 20 [2:57]
21. Chapter 21 [3:32]
22. Chapter 22 [3:16]
23. Chapter 23 [2:03]
24. Chapter 24 [3:09]
25. Chapter 25 [2:06]
26. Chapter 26 [3:25]
27. Chapter 27 [1:55]
28. Chapter 28 [6:27]

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Adapted from poet Blake Morrison's best-selling memoir by screenwriter David Nicholls and directed for the screen by Anand Tucker, And When Did You Last See Your Father? explores -- like its source material -- the complex, manifold emotional layers of a father-and-son relationship as it shifts and evolves over the passing decades. At the film's center is Blake Morrison himself, who for as long as he can remember has lived in the overarching shadow of his physician father, Arthur (Jim Broadbent) -- falling prey to feelings of embarrassment from the old man, as well as occasional awe. In the 1950s, when Blake (Bradley Johnson) was a child, the boy watched as Arthur partook in socially uncouth behavior such as wheedling his way into clubs to which he didn't belong, and carrying on an extramarital affair with the full knowledge of his wife, Kim (Juliet Stevenson). As the years passed, teenage Blake's (Matthew Beard) discomfort around his father hardened into resentment -- particularly when the adolescent boy expressed interest in a girl, Rachel (Carey Mulligan), who clearly preferred his father; compounding the situation, Blake then had to suffer through Arthur's decision to publicly humiliate his son in front of everyone. The central dynamic has changed for the two, however, by the late '80s, when Blake -- now married to Kathy (Gina McKee) and freshly established as a successful novelist and poet -- learns that Arthur has contracted terminal cancer. Now, the junior Morrison takes a headfirst plunge into the memories and recollections of his youth -- and grapples with the dynamic of his relationship with Arthur for the first time in his life as he comes face to face with the need to provide loving care for the old man. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide All Movie Guide

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When Did You Last See "When Did You Last See Your Father?"?by Anonymous

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March 16, 2009: The performances are quite fine in this moving and thoughtful film. There is some strong language and some sexual situations that are inappropriate for young viewers -- and the material itself is for adult viewers -- but I recommend it to the age-appropriate. It's an excellent exploration of a son's coming to understand his dying father's life.

Distances and Proximities: Fathers and Sonsby gradyharp

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November 16, 2008: Based on an autobiographical memoir by Blake Morrison WHEN DID YOU LAST SEE YOUR FATHER? is a finely wrought exploration into the delicate issues that both separate and bind fathers and sons. It is difficult for viewers whose fathers are gone not to relate to the profound tenderness and at times difficult reminiscences of their own relationships that remain as both warm and haunting dreams. David Nicholls' adaptation of Morrison's book stresses the character development of both father and son (and the rest of this British family) allowing us to understand the dilemma that faces the main character as he is asked the question that forms the title of this film.

Blake Morrison (Colin Firth) is happily married to Kathy (Gina McKee) and is a successful writer/poet who is preparing to receive an award for his contributions to literature. Present at his ceremony is his father Dr. Arthur Morrison (Jim Broadbent) who is a unique egomaniac whose personality traits affect everyone around him - both positively and negatively. After Blake's acceptance speech his father cannot even manage to say 'well done', instead furthers his comments about Blake's silly decision not to go into medicine and strive instead for the poor life of a writer. A medical emergency tosses Arthur into the hospital, he is diagnosed with terminal cancer: the remainder of the film is a series of vignettes of Blake at his father's bedside accompanied by his mother Kim (Juliet Stephenson) coupled with flashbacks to Blake's childhood (Matthew Beard plays Blake as a teenager) memories that contain moments of confusing father/son incidents as well as Blake's long standing loathing of his fathers affairs with other women such as 'Aunt Beaty' (Sarah Lancashire) and others. As Arthur falls more deeply toward dying, Blake attempts to confront his father with his lifelong perceptions and grievances and the manner in which Blake comes to grips with his feelings for his father completes this film.

Director Anand Tucker orchestrates this story beautifully, blending the gorgeous English countryside with just the right timing between momentary flashbacks and flash forwards to make this film flow and glow with nostalgia. The musical score by Barrington Pheloung wisely incorporates a lovely rendition of Bellini's 'Casta diva' from 'Norma', Bach's G Minor Piano Concerto, and a Schubert trio, which add a timeless dimension to the mood of the film. Jim Broadbent brings off this challenging role with great artistry, as does Colin Firth with his role as Blake. But then the entire cast is well selected from some of England's finest actors. This is an emotional film, a film that will touch men especially, but will also bring resonance with women. Grady Harp