Paternal Leave
Watch TrailerA father who never missed a board meeting. A son who never saw him before bedtime. When a corporate restructuring forces him to take six months of unpaid leave, the most important project of his career becomes the one happening in his own living room. This 2025 drama explores the quiet, seismic shifts of modern fatherhood, charting the fragile construction of a bond built not on provision, but on presence. It’s a story of relearning a family you helped create.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2025 |
| Country | Italy, Germany |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Alissa Jung |
| Runtime | 113 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.3/10 (48 votes) |
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The director handles this family drama with a restrained, observational style that makes the emotional shifts feel earned rather than melodramatic. The atmosphere is one of quiet domestic spaces and unspoken tensions.
Viewers who appreciate character-driven stories about modern masculinity will find much to connect with here. It's a gentle but persistent examination of what we prioritize. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Alissa Jung
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Late afternoon on the sofa, with the light fading outside.
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