Last Updated on August 18, 2024 by admin
Daughters 2024 Movie
Daughters is a poignant documentary co-directed by Angela Patton and Natalie Rae. The film centers around a unique fatherhood program in a Washington, D.C. jail, where incarcerated fathers participate in a 10-week course to improve their parenting skills. The culmination of this program is a special “Daddy Daughter Dance,” designed to strengthen the bond between the fathers and their daughters.
The documentary follows four young girls—Aubrey, Santana, Ja’Ana, and Raziah—as they prepare for this significant event. Each girl’s story highlights the emotional and psychological impact of their fathers’ absence due to incarceration. Aubrey, the youngest, is eager to understand the concept of time and her father’s sentence. Santana, taking on a parental role for her siblings, expresses her reluctance to have children in the future. Ja’Ana struggles with memories of her father, while Raziah battles feelings of anger and cynicism.
Through heartfelt interviews and touching moments, “Daughters” showcases the resilience and strength of these young girls. The film also emphasizes the importance of emotional support and community for both the children and their fathers. Cinematography by Michael Fernandez and music by Kelsey Lu add a layer of warmth and lyricism to the narrative, making “Daughters” a moving exploration of family, forgiveness, and hope.
