: Widely considered a career-best, Mortensen received an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of a father who is simultaneously a "charismatic hero" and a "dictatorial crank".
Despite high scores like its on Rotten Tomatoes , the film faces specific criticisms: Captain Fantastic
Captain Fantastic (2016) is a thought-provoking and polarizing family drama that explores the conflict between idealistic off-the-grid living and the realities of modern society . Directed by Matt Ross, the film follows Ben Cash (Viggo Mortensen) as he raises his six children in the Pacific Northwest wilderness with extreme physical training and a rigorous intellectual education. Critical Consensus : Widely considered a career-best, Mortensen received an