The father's request is inconsiderate. The user has a right to pursue their career, especially when it involves a collaborative project with a crew relying on their commitment. It's unfair to expect the user to drop everything for a half-sibling they barely know, especially given the circumstances of the family's formation.
The user's indifference is appalling. A vulnerable newborn is fighting for life, and a young child is caught in the middle of a family crisis. Prioritizing an 'indie film' over familial support reveals a disturbing lack of empathy and a selfish disregard for the well-being of others during a critical time.
While the user has the right to pursue personal endeavors, the situation calls for compassion and understanding. The father's request stems from a genuine need for childcare during a stressful time, and the user's refusal appears callous. Prioritizing a film project over family support in such circumstances reflects poorly on the user's character. However, the father should have better planned for childcare instead of imposing on his child from a previous marriage. Therefore, a partial blame is assigned to the user.