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Son (2015)

Sep 21, 2015 Drama 1h 28m
User Score
70%
3 votes
Internet Movie Database
64%

At thy call we shall not falter, Firm and steadfast we shall stand

Overview

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

Top Billed Cast

Deanre Reiners
Deanre Reiners

Paul
Chris de Clerq
Chris de Clerq

Johannes
Elzette Maarschalk
Elzette Maarschalk

Aletta
Candice Weber
Candice Weber

Anna-Marie
Johan Hanekom
Johan Hanekom

Oom Piet
Christine van Reenen
Christine van Reenen

Candice
Ben Bruwer
Ben Bruwer

Old man
Hentie Wiese
Hentie Wiese

Old man 2
Wilna Bruwer
Wilna Bruwer

Old woman

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Media

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SEUN - Official Trailer
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