Fatherhood is a 2021 American comedy-drama film directed by Paul Weitz and starring Kevin Hart in the lead role. It is based on the memoir Two Kisses for Maddy: A Memoir of Loss and Love by Matthew Logelin. The movie follows the story of Matt (Kevin Hart), a recently widowed father who is left to raise his newborn daughter, Maddy, on his own after his wife dies unexpectedly.
Despite the support from his family and friends, Matt struggles to adjust to his new role as a single parent, especially as his daughter grows up and presents new challenges. From changing diapers to dealing with tantrums, and from attending parenting classes to navigating a new romance, Matt slowly learns to embrace his fatherhood duties and ultimately becomes a role model for other dads.
As the story unfolds, Fatherhood provides a heartfelt and emotional portrayal of grief, loss, and resilience, while also offering comedic moments that make the film a joy to watch. The performances of the entire cast, especially Kevin Hart, are outstanding, and the movie's soundtrack adds to the emotional depth of the story.
Overall, Fatherhood is a touching and inspiring film that celebrates the bond between a father and his daughter and showcases the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.