Comeback Dad (2014) User Reviews

Definitely Not a Comedy

[athompsonblue · 7/10 · 27 September 2021]

This is a story of how dysfunctional relationships lead to more dysfunctional relationships. This man's lousy father caused his sister to hate him. And this man's estrangement from his father contributed to his alcoholism, which led to him leaving his wife and daughter. In her bitterness, the ex-wife blocked all his letters, making their daughter believe he had totally abandoned them. So, the daughter grew up to be psychologically impaired for her own relationship with her fiance.

It just goes to show what a vicious cycle that resentment can breed. It all started with this man's father, and the ripple effects were still making people miserable years later.

Forgiveness is such an important virtue for people to embrace. Furthermore, people must not let selfishness cause them to hurt others in the first place.

HAVE SOME CAKE WITH ME

[nogodnomasters · 6/10 · 14 February 2019]

Othell (Charles S. Dutton) is a recovering alcoholic who is attempting to get his life back, making up with his family and getting his job back. He finds more support from friends than family. Othell is not the kind of drunk who beat his wife or molested his daughter, but the kind that missed his dad's funeral...okay he did punch a stranger in a bar. Yet, for some reason his crimes are unforgivable and overly damaging which I found hard to fathom. Established actress Tatyana Ali played Nima the daughter in a poorly scripted part which she had difficulty in making believable.

The entire film had a made for TV feel, from the cliche plot down to the soundtrack.

Guide: No f-bombs, sex, or nudity.

Surprisingly Good

[keishastanley · 9/10 · 16 December 2015]

I say surprisingly good but with actors/actresses like Charles S. Dutton and Loretta Devine what could you expect. A story of broken relationships, miscommunication, fear, struggles that turn into new beginnings. I can't say things always turn out this way but this movie gives us an opportunity to see what forgiveness, truth, and the power of love look like. The best part that I loved was when the mother finally revealed the truth, although In this movie you are not made aware that there is some truth to be revealed. We understood that Tatiyana Ali was angry because her father simply left but why did he stay away? It seemed the mother and her father remained amicable and not at each others throats...they did like many people went their own separate ways. Ali's mother didn't appear to be bitter, especially when she got with Dr. Gyno! That part just through me off a little but what good story doesn't. My favorite part was the wedding dance scene...it was beautiful to the point of tears. Great job.

Great movie

[jewelch · 8/10 · 8 January 2021]

This was a wonderful movie filled with love and redemption! I loved the entire movie and how it was truly based on what real people go through. It's family friendly and can teach a great lesson for all families. Family is everything and should be cared and loved for as such. I know you will love it to. James Welch Henderson, Arkansas 1/8/2021

Ignore the low rating

[hobbahobba · 10/10 · 7 March 2021]

It's a good movie. I have absolutely no idea why the rating is so low. Its quite an emotional film, and it's supported by some great acting by all characters. Tatiana actually surprised me. I'm not building it up to be a top tier movie, but it's a nice watch. I definitely recommend giving this a watch.