About My Father is a 2023 American comedy film directed by Laura Terruso and written by Austen Earl and Sebastian Maniscalco, produced by Lionsgate and Depth of Field. The film follows Sebastian (Maniscalco) as he brings his father, Salvo (Robert De Niro), to meet his fiancee’s wealthy family for the first time. It was released in US theaters on May 26, 2023.
Quick Facts
| Composer(s) | Stephanie Economou |
| Release Date | May 26, 2023 (United States) |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Studio/Network | Lionsgate / Depth of Field |
| Where to Stream | Digital rental/purchase platforms |
| Soundtrack Album | About My Father (Original Motion Picture Score) — released May 26, 2023 |
Who Composed the About My Father Soundtrack?
Stephanie Economou composed the score for About My Father. A Grammy-winning composer, Economou made history in 2023 as the first-ever winner of the Grammy for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media, for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarök. Early in her career she worked as an additional composer for Harry Gregson-Williams on films including The Martian and Mulan, before going on to score television’s Jupiter’s Legacy and The Chair, and feature films including About My Father.
About My Father Soundtrack — Every Song (by Scene)
| Track / Song | Artist |
|---|---|
| An Italian-American Story | Stephanie Economou |
| Lessons from a Sicilian | Stephanie Economou |
| The Collins Family History | Stephanie Economou |
| William Love Collins XIII | Stephanie Economou |
| White Oak Country Club | Stephanie Economou |
| The Estate | Stephanie Economou |
| Jet Booting | Stephanie Economou |
| The New Salvo | Stephanie Economou |
| Chopper Time | Stephanie Economou |
| Tennis Match | Stephanie Economou |
| The Point of No Return | Stephanie Economou |
| Feed Me the Bird Crackers | Stephanie Economou |
| Characters of a Gated Community | Stephanie Economou |
| The Barrymore Hotel | Stephanie Economou |
| Regrettable Firsts | Stephanie Economou |
| Man-Crying | Stephanie Economou |
| Bittersweet Independence | Stephanie Economou |
| “You’re My Hero” | Stephanie Economou |
| The Most Important Question | Stephanie Economou |
| Family Is Everything | Stephanie Economou |
Additional Music in About My Father
Alongside the score, the film features several licensed songs, including Il Volo’s “Il Mondo” (playing in Salvo’s salon) and Yolanda Be Cool & DCUP’s “We No Speak Americano,” used as Salvo’s ringtone. Other featured tracks include “Sarebbe bello” by Robertino, “Guarda come dondolo” by Edoardo Vianello, “Ma Il Cielo E’ Sempre Piu Blu” by Rino Gaetano, “Con Te Partiro” by Andrea Bocelli, and “Canzone Siciliana” by Alessandro Alessandroni.
Where to Stream
About My Father (Original Motion Picture Score) by Stephanie Economou is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube. The film is available on digital rental and purchase platforms. Browse more comedy scores on our movie soundtrack hub.
Cast
About My Father stars Robert De Niro, Sebastian Maniscalco, Leslie Bibb, Kim Cattrall, David Rasche, and Anders Holm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the About My Father soundtrack?
Stephanie Economou composed the score, released as About My Father (Original Motion Picture Score) on May 26, 2023.
Is About My Father based on a true story?
The film is loosely inspired by star and co-writer Sebastian Maniscalco’s real relationship with his father, though the plot and characters are fictionalized.
Who directed About My Father?
About My Father was directed by Laura Terruso.
What songs are featured in About My Father besides the score?
The film features several licensed Italian songs, including Il Volo’s “Il Mondo,” Andrea Bocelli’s “Con Te Partiro,” and Yolanda Be Cool & DCUP’s “We No Speak Americano.”
Where can I watch About My Father?
About My Father is available on digital rental and purchase platforms following its May 26, 2023 theatrical release.
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