Like Father, Like Son (2025)

“Like Father, Like Son” is a 2025 psychological thriller directed and written by Barry Jay. The film explores the dark legacy of violence within a family and the desperate struggle to break free from it. Set against the haunting backdrop of impending execution, the narrative follows Eli, a young man tormented by the shadow of his father’s crimes and the fear that he may inherit the same brutal instincts.

Eli’s father, Gabe, is on death row for a heinous murder, and as the execution date approaches, Eli begins to notice disturbing changes within himself. As he experiences violent impulses, Eli grows increasingly desperate to understand his own mind. Fearing he may be doomed to follow in his father’s footsteps, he sets out on a harrowing journey to find redemption and sever the generational chain of aggression.

The film features intense performances, particularly from Dylan Flashner as Eli and Dermot Mulroney as Gabe. The supporting cast, including Benjamin Mackey, Prima Apollinaare, and Jim Klock, contributes to the tense atmosphere and emotional depth. “Like Father, Like Son” is a gripping examination of inherited trauma, personal choice, and the struggle for identity.

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