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2025PGdocumentary

Dadolescence

2025PGdocumentary

Five teen fathers in New Zealand confront the realities of unexpected parenthood while managing relationships and education.

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Five teen fathers in New Zealand confront the realities of unexpected parenthood while managing relationships and education.

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Bruce Baillie

Bruce Bailliedirector

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Follow five teen Kiwi dads on their uncensored journey to parenthood, facing the challenges of unexpected pregnancy while also navigating relationships, education, and everything in between.

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