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Romulus, My Father

  • 20072007
  • RR
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
4.2K
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Romulus, My Father (2007)
Theatrical Trailer from Magnolia Pictures
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  • Biography
  • Drama
It tells the story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimate... Read allIt tells the story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimately celebrates the unbreakable bond between father and son.It tells the story of Romulus, his beautiful wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimately celebrates the unbreakable bond between father and son.
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
4.2K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Richard Roxburgh
  • Writers
    • Nick Drake(screenplay)
    • Raimond Gaita(memoir)
  • Stars
    • Eric Bana
    • Franka Potente
    • Marton Csokas
Top credits
  • Director
    • Richard Roxburgh
  • Writers
    • Nick Drake(screenplay)
    • Raimond Gaita(memoir)
  • Stars
    • Eric Bana
    • Franka Potente
    • Marton Csokas
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 26User reviews
    • 26Critic reviews
    • 57Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 10 wins & 23 nominations

    Videos1

    Romulus, My Father
    Trailer 2:05
    Romulus, My Father

    Photos17

    Terry Norris in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Franka Potente and Eric Bana in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Franka Potente and Eric Bana in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Eric Bana in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Franka Potente and Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Eric Bana and Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Eric Bana and Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Marton Csokas and Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)
    Marton Csokas and Kodi Smit-McPhee in Romulus, My Father (2007)

    Top cast

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    Eric Bana
    Eric Bana
    • Romulus Gaitaas Romulus Gaita
    Franka Potente
    Franka Potente
    • Christina Gaitaas Christina Gaita
    Marton Csokas
    Marton Csokas
    • Horaas Hora
    Kodi Smit-McPhee
    Kodi Smit-McPhee
    • Raimond Gaitaas Raimond Gaita
    Russell Dykstra
    Russell Dykstra
    • Mitruas Mitru
    Jacek Koman
    Jacek Koman
    • Vacekas Vacek
    Alethea McGrath
    Alethea McGrath
    • Mrs. Lillieas Mrs. Lillie
    Terry Norris
    Terry Norris
    • Tom Lillieas Tom Lillie
    Esme Melville
    • Miss Collardas Miss Collard
    Nick Peace
    • Teacheras Teacher
    Geoffrey Graham
    • Man in Cafeas Man in Cafe
    Trevor Nesbitt
    • Man in Cafeas Man in Cafe
    Zoe Boesen
    • Young Woman in Cafeas Young Woman in Cafe
    Briega Young
    • Young Woman in Cafeas Young Woman in Cafe
    Laurie Jensen
    • Taxi Driveras Taxi Driver
    Eve Parker
    • Baby Susanas Baby Susan
    Tom McCathie
    • Bearded Manas Bearded Man
    Veronica Sywak
    • Lidia Vukovicas Lidia Vukovic
    • Director
      • Richard Roxburgh
    • Writers
      • Nick Drake(screenplay)
      • Raimond Gaita(memoir)
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      In Roman mythology, Romulus was left in the wilderness with his brother, and went on to found the city of Rome.
    • Goofs
      The black eye and cut on Christina's face changes in different shots.
    • Quotes

      Raimond: Excuse me, who was that singing?

      [indicates gramophone]

      Girl on the porch: Jerry Lee Lewis. They call him the Killer.

      Raimond: Why?

      Girl on the porch: Because he kills people I guess.

    • Crazy credits
      Special thanks to Raimond and Yael Gaita .... and Christina Gaita's two daughters--Barbara Walsh, Susan Stewart and their families.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Rolf De Heer (2008)
    • Soundtracks
      Real Wild Child
      Written by Johnny Greenan, Johnny O'Keefe and Dave Owen

      Performed by Jerry Lee Lewis

    User reviews26

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    If you are serious about films.... seriously see this movie.
    I could not speak more highly of this film. It is flawlessly realised and I plead with anyone serious about film-making as a sincere form of high art to support this film. I have never experienced anything that is richer with real emotional substance and that conveys a convergence of humanity with more dignity.

    Furthermore, I have never seen an ensemble of actors grasp the very essence of a story so powerfully and accurately. Each performer, even the youngest, is acutely aware of the history of their character and the significance of each and every moment that is being so beautifully captured.

    For me, dissecting this movie in any way would be like sitting outside in the rain during a sunshower and trying to explain what was right or wrong with the situation.

    'Romulus, My Father' confirms, without question, that Australian Filmaking has come of age.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 31, 2007 (Australia)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Official sites
      • Official site (Australia)
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Languages
      • English
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Babam Romulus
    • Filming locations
      • Bendigo, Victoria, Australia
    • Production company
      • Arenafilm
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $4,283
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,791
      • Mar 2, 2008
    • Gross worldwide
      • $2,234,889
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 44 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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