Paternal Leave
Torn between longing and anger, 15-year-old Leo travels to the coast of northern Italy to meet her biological father. The two are complete strangers to each other. They struggle to find truth, affinity, love and the courage to face themselves.
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Paternal Leave | Alissa Jung | Juli Grabenhenrich | Luca Marinelli
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Where can I watch Paternal Leave in the United States?
Paternal Leave is not streaming in the United States right now, though it is available in France, Spain, and Italy. Track it in Limelight, and Limelight+ will notify you when it arrives on a service you pay for.
What are the ratings for Paternal Leave?
Paternal Leave scores 6.4 on The Movie Database and 6.7 on IMDb.
Who stars in Paternal Leave?
Paternal Leave stars Juli Grabenhenrich, Luca Marinelli, Arturo Gabbriellini, Joy Falletti Cardillo, and Gaia Rinaldi. Alissa Jung is the director.
How long is Paternal Leave?
Paternal Leave runs 1h 53m (113 minutes).
When did Paternal Leave come out?
Paternal Leave was released on May 15, 2025.
Which studio made Paternal Leave?
Paternal Leave was produced by The Match Factory, Wildside, and Fremantle Italia in Italy and Germany.
What languages is Paternal Leave in?
Paternal Leave is in German, English, and Italian, and its original language is Italian.
What language is Paternal Leave in?
Paternal Leave is in Italian.
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