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Son (2015)

Movie ★ 7.0 88 min

Drama

1981. Apartheid is taking a heavy toll on South Africa. Townships are burning, and on the border with Angola, a war is raging. Young men are called up to military duty right after school, and sent to battle the "Rooi Gevaar" the threat of communist oppression. Paul is one of those boys. He is smart, handsome, and ambitious, with dreams of becoming a medical doctor one day. The story starts during the summer holiday, after Paul has matriculated. He is determined to enjoy these few weeks before he has to report to the military. In January, Paul leaves for the Army, basic training,and finally, the war on the border. During a skirmish with the enemy, Paul is seriously wounded. He gets sent home, and everything is in jeopardy. Can Paul put together the very broken pieces of his life?

Darrell James Roodt Writer Darrell James Roodt Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 21, 2015
Runtime
88 min
IMDb
tt3843180
Language
Studio
Karoo Film Company

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Cast

Deanre Reiners Paul Chris de Clerq Johannes Elzette Maarschalk Aletta Candice Weber Candice Weber Anna-Marie Johan Hanekom Oom Piet Christine van Reenen Candice Ben Bruwer Old man Hentie Wiese Old man 2 Wilna Bruwer Old woman Edwin Gagiano Edwin Gagiano Marius Janus Prinsloo Korporaal Miles Petzer Soldaat 1 Ignatius Cronje Soldaat 2 JC Snooke Ambulaansman 1 Leon Gerber Ambulaansman 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is Son about?
1981. Apartheid is taking a heavy toll on South Africa. Townships are burning, and on the border with Angola, a war is raging. Young men are called up to military duty right after school, and sent to battle the "Rooi Gevaar" the threat of communist oppression. Paul is one of those boys. He is smart, handsome, and ambitious, with dreams of becoming a medical doctor one day. The story starts during the summer holiday, after Paul has matriculated. He is determined to enjoy these few weeks before he has to report to the military. In January, Paul leaves for the Army, basic training,and finally, the war on the border. During a skirmish with the enemy, Paul is seriously wounded. He gets sent home, and everything is in jeopardy. Can Paul put together the very broken pieces of his life?
Who directed Son?
Son was directed by Darrell James Roodt.
Who stars in Son?
Son stars Deanre Reiners, Chris de Clerq, Elzette Maarschalk, Candice Weber.
When was Son released?
Son is a 2015 drama film.
Where can I watch Son?
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