In which 1989 film did Sean Connery play the role of Dustin Hoffman's father?

In the 1989 crime drama "Family Business," Sean Connery took on the role of Jessie McMullen, the father of Vito McMullen, who was played by Dustin Hoffman. This casting was particularly noteworthy due to the mere seven-year age difference between Connery and Hoffman, a detail that was not lost on critics at the time. The film, directed by Sidney Lumet, also starred Matthew Broderick as Adam, Vito's son and Jessie's grandson, bringing together three generations of the McMullen family.

The plot centers on a heist orchestrated by the youngest of the clan, Adam, who convinces his grandfather, a proud career criminal, to join in. Hoffman's character, Vito, is a reformed criminal who has tried to leave his family's illicit past behind him. He reluctantly agrees to participate in the robbery, primarily to protect his son. The story explores the complex family dynamics and the conflicting values between the three men as they attempt to steal valuable scientific research.

Despite its star-studded cast, "Family Business" received a generally lukewarm to negative reception from critics. Many reviews pointed out the film's struggle to balance a lighthearted caper with a serious family drama. While the performances of the lead actors were often praised, the screenplay and the overall tone of the movie were common points of criticism. Nevertheless, the film remains an interesting piece of trivia for its unusual casting of Connery as Hoffman's father.