The Thing About My Folks
"Sometimes the fruit falls very far from the tree."
Originally released in 2005. The Thing About My Folks is a family/comedy film. directed by Raymond De Felitta.
Starring Peter Falk, Paul Reiser, and Olympia Dukakis
Synopsis
Ben's dad Sam shows up one night with a note from Ben's mother (Sam's wife of 46 years), that she has left. While Ben's wife and his three sisters try to find her, Ben takes Sam on a day trip to see a farmhouse that's for sale. The day trip turns into a road trip while dad and son explore their past, their relationship, and why Sam's wife might have left him. The road trip includes fishing, drinking, playing pool, sleeping under the stars, and frank discussion. Anger simmers close at hand, as do love and hope. Where Sam's wife is - and why she left - leads to the movie's resolution.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 2, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (24 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Nuance Productions
- Outlaw Productions
- Picturehouse Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thing About My Folks about?
Ben's dad Sam shows up one night with a note from Ben's mother (Sam's wife of 46 years), that she has left. While Ben's wife and his three sisters try to find her, Ben takes Sam on a day trip to se...
Who directed The Thing About My Folks?
The Thing About My Folks was directed by Raymond De Felitta.
How long is The Thing About My Folks?
The Thing About My Folks has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Thing About My Folks released?
The Thing About My Folks was released on June 2, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thing About My Folks?
The main cast of The Thing About My Folks includes Peter Falk, Paul Reiser, Olympia Dukakis, Elizabeth Perkins, Mackenzie Connolly.