Father (2011)

Father (2011) is a gripping drama set in contemporary Philadelphia. The narrative revolves around Enrico, a modest 50-year-old shoe manufacturer of Sicilian descent, and his 17-year-old son, Mark, who lives with him. Enrico is a man of integrity and a devoted father, known for his generosity towards his employees and his unwavering support for his son. He frequently shares tales of his family's humble beginnings as immigrants from Sicily, highlighting their journey to the New World over a century ago in search of prosperity. Enrico's stories emphasize the family's honesty, resilience, and the respect they earned through hard work. However, the narrative is shadowed by the ever-present threat of the Mafia, which Enrico portrays as a destructive force that undermines these positive values. The Mafia's influence is deeply personal for Enrico, as it is revealed that his uncle, a trade unionist, was killed by them. Mark grows up under his father's guidance, learning values of solidarity, respect, and the importance of standing up against the "enemy." One fateful day, the enemy manifests as a Mafia boss who severely injures Enrico. Driven by love for his father and hatred for the Mafia, Mark takes drastic action, leading to the boss's death. Enrico miraculously recovers from his wounds, but Mark soon discovers the harsh truth: Enrico's stories were fabrications designed to manipulate him into committing the murder. Mark realizes that Enrico had orchestrated the entire scenario to position himself as the new Mafia boss, using his son's love and trust to achieve his sinister goals.