Film

To Dance Like Your Dad

2009 · 6m · Documentary

Hetain Patel uses language and physical movement to challenge assumptions about identity. This film shows Patel's father speaking about his work in his coach building factory in Bolton. Patel then restaged it, performing his father's words, accent, mannerisms and movements in an empty studio. Patel is a skilled mimic and physical performer, but this work goes beyond mere imitation. It speaks of family relationships and expectations, different generational opportunities, inheritance, work and labour, the loss of industry and skills and father/son relationships.

• Hetain PatelDirector

Release date

January 1, 2009

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

6m

Genres

Documentary