Father in Amersfoort

In the gripping drama Father, Michal’s life is shattered in a single, tragic moment of absent-mindedness that costs him his daughter. What ensues is a harrowing descent into a nightmare of guilt, legal battles, and a crumbling marriage. Directed by Tereza Nvotová, this intense film explores human vulnerability and the devastating impact of a tragic mistake, drawing inspiration from the reality of 'forgotten baby syndrome'. With a raw and observational style, the film portrays the heavy burden of grief and the fragile line between everyday life and irreparable tragedy.