Father by Force (1969)
A charming Yugoslav romantic comedy of mistaken identity, forbidden poetry, and unexpected love, adapted from the work of playwright Branislav Nušić.
Father by Force - Movie Information
- Original Title: Silom otac
- Release Year: 1969
- Directed by: Soja Jovanović
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Romance, Comedy
- Runtime: 1h 26m
- Original Language: SH
- Spoken Languages: Serbo-Croatian
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 23, 1969 (RS)
- Production Companies: Filmska Radna Zajednica (FRZ)
- Production Countries: Yugoslavia
Father by Force - Plot
The story is inspired by the comedy of the most famous Yugoslav playwriter Branislav Nušić. Žarko, a young poet is being chased by police for publishing an anti-regime poem. He hides in his friend Dušan's house, who introduced him to his parents and sister Zorica under the name of his old school mate, Vlajko Mićić. Love will develop between the false "Veljko" and Zorica, who admires Žarko's poems. However, the poet does not reveal his true identity. Zorica's parents notice the love between the two young people, and on the advise of their family friend secretly invite Vlajko's father to come to their home.
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Father by Force - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Soja Jovanović
Main Cast
- Miodrag Petrović 'Čkalja'
- Dragutin Dobričanin
- Mihajlo 'Bata' Paskaljević
- Miodrag Milovanov
- Mirjana Nikolić
- Milutin Mićović
- Ana Krasojević
- Radmila Guteša
- Darinka 'Dara' Čalenić
- Ljuba Tadić
Writers
- Borislav Mihajlović 'Mihiz'
- Soja Jovanović
Father by Force - FAQs
Is Father by Force based on a true story?
Father by Force isn't based on a true story, but it does draw from a very real literary tradition. The film is inspired by a comedy by Branislav Nušić, the most celebrated Yugoslav playwright, whose sharp wit and flair for social satire made him a beloved figure in Serbian and Yugoslav cultural life.
Who directed Father by Force?
Father by Force was directed by Soja Jovanović, a notable woman director in Yugoslav cinema. Her work on this 1969 romantic comedy stands out as a charming adaptation of Branislav Nušić's theatrical legacy, bringing warmth and humor to the screen with a confident directorial hand.
What is Father by Force about?
A young poet named Žarko is on the run from the police after publishing a rebellious poem. He takes refuge at a friend's home under a false name and unexpectedly falls for his friend's sister Zorica, who happens to admire Žarko's poetry — without knowing the man she loves wrote it.
Who are the main actors in Father by Force?
The cast features some of Yugoslavia's finest talents, including Miodrag Petrović 'Čkalja', Mirjana Nikolić, Miodrag Milovanov, Dragutin Dobričanin, Mihajlo 'Bata' Paskaljević, Ljuba Tadić, Milutin Mićović, Ana Krasojević, Radmila Guteša, and Darinka 'Dara' Čalenić.
Does the poet reveal his true identity in the film?
That's the central tension driving the comedy. Žarko hides behind a false name even as Zorica falls for him — and for his poems — creating a delightfully awkward situation. The arrival of the real Vlajko's father, secretly invited by Zorica's parents, sets the stage for comic chaos and revelation.
When was Father by Force released?
Father by Force was released on December 23, 1969, in Yugoslavia. The film arrived during a vibrant era for Yugoslav cinema, a period marked by creative experimentation and a rich tradition of comedies rooted in the country's theatrical and literary heritage.
What genre is Father by Force?
Father by Force is a romantic comedy. It blends the playful misunderstandings and mistaken-identity humor typical of classic stage farce with a warm love story at its heart, staying true to the spirit of Branislav Nušić's theatrical comedies that have delighted Yugoslav audiences for generations.
What are some movies similar to Father by Force?
If you enjoy Father by Force, you might also like Mama, There's a Man in your Bed (1989), Chungking Express (1994), A League of Their Own (1992), Rich in Love (2020), or Never in My Life! (2004). These films share a similar blend of romantic warmth, comedy, and engaging character dynamics.
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