Be My Dad!

The story centers on a heterosexual couple dealing with grief and family conflict. No openly LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex romances appear in the narrative. The focus remains strictly on traditional relationship dynamics.

Women drive the emotional core but remain constrained by rigid family expectations. Lili’s mother exerts control, while the male partner attempts to assert individual identity. The dynamic highlights gendered pressures within the household.

The film features a predominantly Roma cast, including non-professional actors from the community. It offers an intimate, dignified look at Roma life without relying on stereotypes. This authentic casting provides genuine depth to the characters.

Traditional family structures are portrayed as oppressive forces limiting individual freedom. Poverty is depicted as a systemic barrier, highlighting the failure of community support systems. The story explores the tension between tradition and modernity.

No characters with physical or mental disabilities appear in the film. A miscarriage serves as a plot point but is treated as a medical event. It is not framed as a disability narrative.