Son
“At thy call we shall not falter, Firm and steadfast we shall stand”
Storyline
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?
Cast & Crew
Deanre Reiners
Paul
LeadChris de Clerq
Johannes
Elzette Maarschalk
Aletta
Candice Weber
Anna-Marie
Johan Hanekom
Oom Piet
Christine van Reenen
Candice
Ben Bruwer
Old man
Hentie Wiese
Old man 2
What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Darrell James Roodt's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Son is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
