Just Like Dad
5.9
1995
1 hr 41 min
Drama
, Comedy
, Family
Embarrassed because he perceives his father as dull, a creative boy invents himself a new, more exciting one and finds the popularity he craves.
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- Cast：
- Wallace Shawn , Ben Diskin , Nick Cassavetes , Frank Gerrish , Jarrett Lennon , Laura Innes
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Such a frustrating disappointment
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Simply A Masterpiece
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Great movie! If you want to be entertained and have a few good laughs, see this movie. The music is also very good,
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The acting in this movie is really good.
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