The Father Flashcards
What is the title of the 2020 psychological drama film about dementia? Directed by?
The Father: Florian Zeller
The Father is Zeller’s directorial debut.
Who stars as the octogenarian Welsh man living with dementia in The Father?
Anthony Hopkins
Hopkins’ performance was widely acclaimed.
What is the basis for the screenplay of The Father?
Zeller’s 2012 play Le Père
The screenplay was co-written with Christopher Hampton.
Which award did Anthony Hopkins win for his role in The Father?
Best Actor
Fill in the blank: The Father stars _______ as …. (F)
Olivia Colman
What happens to Andre’s perception of reality throughout the film?
He experiences confusion and disorientation
What significant emotional moment does Andre express in the film?
He says he wants his mother
What creative technique does Zeller use to portray dementia in The Father?
Shows shifts in reality from the victim’s perspective
Who is Anne in relation to Anthony?
Daughter
Anne is Anthony’s daughter, who is concerned about his wellbeing.
What does Anthony believe about his caregiver?
That she stole his watch
This reflects his paranoia and memory issues due to dementia.
Who does Anthony encounter in his flat the next day?
Paul
Paul claims to be Anne’s husband, adding to Anthony’s confusion.
How does Anthony perceive Laura during her interview?
He insists he does not need assistance
Anthony’s denial of needing help is a common symptom of dementia.
Who does Anthony believe Laura reminds him of?
His other daughter, Lucy
This indicates his fragmented memories and emotional connections.
What does Anthony forget about Lucy?
Her accident
This signifies the severity of his memory loss.
What significant event occurs between Anne and her husband?
An argument over a cancelled holiday
This illustrates the strain Anthony’s condition puts on family relationships.
What does Anthony see when he wakes up in a hospital hallway?
Lucy lying in a hospital bed with blood on her face
This memory is distressing and indicates his emotional turmoil.
What does Anthony realize about his living situation?
He believes he still lives in his own flat
His perception of reality is altered due to his dementia.
What does Catherine tell Anthony about Anne?
Anne lives in Paris and visits on occasional weekends
This revelation adds to Anthony’s confusion and sense of loss.
What emotional response does Anthony exhibit regarding his situation?
He breaks down in tears
This shows his struggle to understand his reality and the loss of his daughter.
Fill in the blank: Anthony says he is ‘losing his ______, the branches, the wind and the rain.’
leaves
This metaphor reflects his feelings of deterioration and loss.
What role does Bill play in Anthony’s life?
Another nurse who resembles Anne’s husband
This further complicates Anthony’s perception of reality.
