My Father’s Prison
Released 3 years ago in 2023. My Father’s Prison is a documentary film. directed by Iván Andrés Simonovis Pertíñez. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
When Ivan Simonovis becomes the first and most famous political prisoner in Venezuela, a 15-year period of imprisonment leaves devastating effects on his and his family’s lives. Living in exile as a filmmaker, his son Ivan Andrés crafts a very personal and moving story, using over 25 years of unique family material, showing history from an angle never seen before. A family that had to overcome extreme hardship, a father that has to find his place in life again and a son that faces his traumas by inviting the viewer into the core of a wound that touched both his family and his entire country.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 23, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Venezuela
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Studio Beep
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Father’s Prison about?
When Ivan Simonovis becomes the first and most famous political prisoner in Venezuela, a 15-year period of imprisonment leaves devastating effects on his and his family’s lives. Living in exile a...
Who directed My Father’s Prison?
My Father’s Prison was directed by Iván Andrés Simonovis Pertíñez.
How long is My Father’s Prison?
My Father’s Prison has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was My Father’s Prison released?
My Father’s Prison was released on April 23, 2023 in theaters.