Project Detail

Dads

Name: Dads
Director: Adam Cohen
Released: 1999
Duration: 50 mins

Synopsis

This programme presents the experience of fatherhood through the eyes of 10 very different men. Their personal stories will help all prospective fathers understand and cope with the changes in their lives that parenthood brings.

Details

Year: 1999
Running time: 50 mins
Format: VHS
Director: Adam Cohen
Producer: Annie Moore
Director of Photography: Robin Riseley
Screen Writer: Adam Cohen Director of Photography: Robin Riseley

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

B-Line Productions Ltd 45 Muswell Road, London. N10 2BS Tel: 020 8444 9574 Fax: 020 8365 3664 Email: anniemoore@compuserve.com

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