Paternal Instinct (2004) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
2004 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2004, Paternal Instinct is a romance and documentaire film directed by Murray Nossel, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. In contrast to the recent spate of gay parent documentaries Paternal Instinct is a fascinating and absorbing insight into the breeding process. We follow two gay men in their search for a suitable surrogate mother, a Wiccan from Maine, and then the agonizing three year long process of trying to get her pregnant. There is the anguish as they discover the impotent link in the fathering chain, the comedy of the repetitive conception rituals and the ecstasy of the birth of their child. With unfettered access to the participants, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Murray Nossel charts every step, and the camera never flinches. Whether you're into the whole parenting thing or not, the sheer humanity of this piece makes it totally absorbing.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Paternal Instinct has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paternal Instinct page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paternal Instinct tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Questions fréquentes
- Where can I watch Paternal Instinct (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paternal Instinct change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paternal Instinct worth watching?
- Paternal Instinct holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and documentaire. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Paternal Instinct released?
- Paternal Instinct was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.