Cast
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Elijah Wood
as Norval Greenwood
Stephen McHattie
as Gordon
Michael Smiley
as Jethro
Madeleine Sami
as Gladys
Martin Donovan
as Brian
Ona Grauer
as Precious
Garfield Wilson
as Ronald Plum
Simon Chin
as Dandy
Ryan Beil
as Danny
Raresh DiMofte
as Swinger
Alla Rouba
as Swinger
Gord Middleton
as Swinger
Noam Zylberman
as Swinger
Oliver Wilson
as Young Norval
Crew
Director
- Ant Timpson
Writer
- Toby Harvard
Producer
- Daniel Bekerman
- Toby Harvard
- Laura Tunstall
- Mette-Marie Kongsved
- Emma Slade
- Katie Holly
Reviews
SWITCH.
To paraphrase director Ant Timpson, ‘Come to Daddy’ is for people who laugh when they see somebody walk into a glass door, then laugh even harder when they notice that the person got a bloody nose. Personally, I found the film to be a delightful and unexpected highlight of the Sydney Film Festival.
- Jake Watt
Read Jake's full article...
https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-come-to-daddy-a-morbidly-amusingly-genre-mash-up
Head to https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/sff for more Sydney Film Festival reviews.
Jun 21, 2019
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Horror/Mystery/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Come to Daddy presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Ant Timpson brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Come to Daddy took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Come to Daddy shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike King of the Ants, which focuses more on action than character development, Come to Daddy offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Good Boy! and Armitage: Dual Matrix explore similar territory, Come to Daddy stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: April 25, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 36m
- Revenue: $117,947
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