Library Journal
Filmmaker Glazer here explores the evolving role of fathers in modern America. He opens with an emotional photo collage featuring fathers, accompanied by voice-overs from their children. He then pieces together on-camera interview excerpts from experts, wives, children, and fathers to explain the dilemma that men face in choosing between working to support or being with their children and how the absence of fathers affects the child. He shows how being a stay-at-home dad conflicts with the male stereotype of providing for one’s family by going to a job. The nontraditional fathers profiled here discuss the problems they have faced, for example, a lack of paid-parental leave and not being taken seriously at work. The fathers, including Glazer himself, are eloquent in voicing what fatherhood means to them. Glazer’s heartfelt effort to illuminate workplace and gender issues relating to fatherhood will prove insightful to academic audiences and resonate with fathers everywhere.
Educational Media Reviews Online
“The film is exceptional in that it’s taken on a widespread change in our society that’s gotten little attention and handles it well. For that, it’s *recommended* for all academic and public libraries.”
This Week In Sociology
“As is true of the best kinds of art, the film serves a similar function, helping viewers—men and women, parents and non-parents—explore, experience, and expand evolving visions of parenting and family.”
Katherine Lewis”Perhaps if enough voices like Dana Glazer continue to question conventional stereotypes, we as a society will finally live up to the values we say we want: involved parents, equality at home and at work, and a truly democratic society where anyone can achieve both a successful career and satisfaction as an engaged parent.”
Derek Markham
“I got a chance to view a screening of The Evolution of Dad, and my first thought was, ‘It’s about time.'”
“This movie though is a great testament to fatherhood and it is a movie that whether you are a SAHD or not, you will find it interesting and inspiring. I highly recommend it!”
Chris Mancini
“If you are a new father, you should see this movie. If you are a veteran father, you should see this movie. Actually, if you are a parent you should see this movie. See how things are changing and how far we still have to go. But the point is that things are changing. Thank God!”
Brian Reid
“Kick-ass documentary…. One heck of a piece of work.”
Cameron Phillips
“This movie does a brilliant job of portraying the numerous and unique challenges faced by men who want to be nothing less than a full and positive presence in the life of their children.”
Al Watts
“While women’s evolution from the home to the office is well-documented, men’s evolution from the board room to the family room is less known or appreciated. This film will change that.”
Steve Townley
“A fascinating journey into what it means to be a Dad in the 21st century.”
Matt Schneider
“As I watched the documentary, I kept thinking that I wished every parent I know could see this.”
Chris Singer (Stay At Home Dad In Lansing)
“I applaud Dana and everyone who worked on this film project for this thought-provoking film. I encourage all dads who have seen this to add to the conversation.”
Alvin Mitchell
“Two Thumbs Up!…. This documentary is powerful, thought provoking, and eye-opening.”
Aaron Stuesser
“A terrific movie that all dads should see.”
Philip Dean (Random Acts of Parenting)
“The documentary does a splendid job of guiding the viewer through the complexities of men and their role as fathers…. Everyone should watch this.”
Shawn Wilson
“This film is going to revolutionize the role of Fatherhood in this country.”
David Jacobson
“An important film for anyone concerned about the future of the American family, and advancing the encouraging development of more hands-on, hearts-on dads.”