Daddy (2015)

Colin is a stud. Stew, not so much. They've been virtually inseparable since college. But now Colin has fallen for a much younger man.

Director:

Gerald McCullouch

Writers:

Dan Via, Dan Via

Stars:

Gerald McCullouch, Dan Via, Jaime Cepero

2 wins & 1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Gerald McCullouch	...	Colin McCormack
Dan Via	...	Stewart Wisniewski
Jaime Cepero	...	Tee Bloom
Tamlyn Tomita	...	Sharlene Hong
John Rubinstein	...	Uncle Liam
Richard Riehle	...	Al Rubin
Mackenzie Astin	...	Paul
Leslie Easterbrook	...	Mrs. McCormack
Brooke Anne Smith	...	Amber
Mia Matthews	...	Dr. Ackerman
Jay Jackson	...	Rev. Lockwood
Scott Henry	...	Mike Steinman
Patrick Richwood	...	Bob Hansen
Fred Ochs	...	Mr. Tom McCormack
Deidra Edwards	...	Superfan

Storyline

Colin McCormack thinks he has it all - a great job, a steady stream of hot younger guys, and a best friend whose devotion he takes for granted. But when a charming and mercurial intern sweeps him off his feet, Colin sees a chance for something more: A family of his own. What he discovers instead is a shattering secret that may cost Colin everything -- and everyone -- he holds dear. By turns funny, heartbreaking and hopeful, DADDY explores the universal need for love and connection, and the evolving understanding of "family" in today's rapidly changing world. Following a buzz-heavy world premiere in New York and an extended run in LA, the critical smash play by actor Dan Via is now coming to the big screen, directed by Gerald McCullouch.

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Plot Keywords:

male nudity | gay interest | one word title | male protagonist | directed by star | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Mystery

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Certificate:

Not Rated

User Reviews

Uninvolving gay-themed melodrama

Gerald McCullouch directed and stars as Colin, an older professional gay man who hangs out with a platonic buddy named Stew, instigating an intimate relationship with a much-younger man, an intern at his office. This proves to be a sticking point in his close relationship with Stew, his neighbor and best friend since college, with jealousy rearing its head based on the simplistic notion that Stew isn't as attractive as Colin, can't get a date of his own and has deep-rooted feelings for his long-time pal. McCullouch toys with the clichés and stereotypes inherent in this scenario (the gays namedrop Madonna, go to the gym regularly, and hit the bars not for a thrilling night out but with the intent on finding sexual partners); however, having a gay protagonist who also likes sports isn't exactly groundbreaking, while the scenes of gay intimacy are merely hinted at. Gay love has been shown to better advantage as subplots in heterosexual-dominated films, which makes one wonder why McCulloch didn't (or wasn't allowed to) go all the way with his narrative. Playing it safe won't expand the boundaries of gay cinema--it never has. * from ****

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

12 September 2015 (USA)

Also Known As:

Daddy

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

From Stage To Screen, Hard G Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

89 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1