Nearly 20 years pass as a man constructs a new identity after a minor car accident leaves him unable to remember being a father.
“If your father no longer remembers you, does he stop being your father?”
Synopsis
Nearly 20 years pass as a man constructs a new identity after a minor car accident leaves him unable to remember being a father.
Synopsis
A man suffers a minor car accident and soon claims he cannot remember being a father. For nearly twenty years, this case of amnesia continues without a clear cause or brain damage. Director Rick Minnich presents a detailed look at the man's struggle with identity and family ties. Through personal stories, the documentary considers the effects of memory loss on relationships and mental health.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Find out why a car accident led to 20 years of amnesia.
- See how memory loss impacts family relationships.
- Meet the man who forgot he was a father.
Did You Know
- The man experiences amnesia for nearly 20 years after the accident.
- The documentary was directed by Rick Minnich in 2008.
- The film has a duration of 84 minutes.
- The production country for this documentary is Germany.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What triggers the man's amnesia in 'Forgetting Dad'?
A minor car accident triggers the man's profound psychological transformation and subsequent amnesia.
How long does the man's amnesia last in the documentary?
The man's amnesia persists for nearly twenty years.
What is the main theme of 'Forgetting Dad'?
The documentary focuses on the relationship between memory and identity, as well as the impact of mental health on familial bonds.
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