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I Never Sang for My Father is a 1970 American drama film, based on the 1968 play of the same name. It tells the story of a widowed college professor who feels dominated by his aging father, yet still has regrets about his plan to leave him behind when he remarries and moves to California.
Jun 24, 1971 · A 1970 drama film starring Gene Hackman as a son who struggles to break free from his domineering father. See the plot summary, cast and crew, reviews, trivia, and more on IMDb.
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- Drama, Music
- Gilbert Cates
- 1971-06-24
Nov 15, 2023 · Strong drama about the bitter relationship between a father and his son.Great performances from melvyn douglas, gene hackman, and Estelle parsons. 116 Views 2 Favorites
Gene Garrison (Gene Hackman) is a successful college professor, who has a rocky relationship with his dad, Tom (Melvyn Douglas). He believes that his father has never truly accepted him and...
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- Gilbert Cates
- PG
- Melvyn Douglas
Based on the Robert Anderson play, it is the story of an 80-year-old man's dominance over his widowed son, and belligerence towards his daughter who...
A poignant and tragic film about a father and son who love each other but cannot communicate. Melvyn Douglas and Gene Hackman star in this autobiographical drama based on Robert Anderson's play.
Hackman plays a New York professor who wants a change in his life, and plans to get married to his girlfriend and move to California. His mother understands his need to get away, but warns him that moving so far away could be hard on his father. Just before the wedding, the mother dies.
