Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: February 4, 1994 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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Mixed or average reviews based on 19 Critic Reviews
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The film works because Depardieu is relaxed enough to turn in persuasive acting that keep us from noticing how plastic the setup is. [4 Feb 1994, p.52]
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My Father, the Hero makes up for its lack of energy with a handful of bright moments created by Depardieu's sheer charm even in a galumphing part. He has to maintain incredulous looks through several long scenes and be the world's most befuddled dolt in others, but he pulls them off, mostly because he's such a likable lunk. [4 Feb 1994, p.C3]
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Miami HeraldJackie Potts
My Father, the Hero is an entertaining coming-of-age comedy. [4 Feb 1994, p.G4]