Son

Explore Son (2016), including ReelBot’s take, cast, runtime, where to watch, and similar movies worth adding to your list.

2016 · 19 min · Drama

Overview

Set against the backdrop of post-war Germany, the screen adaptation of Siegfried Lenz’s short story released in 1949 shows a snapshot in time of Mr. Schwamm, an indulgent husband and caring father, who wants so save his depressed son. During the pivotal night of this mission, he has an odd encounter: Paired up by destiny, he confides his troubles to a bitter and insensitive stranger, who in the very last minute manages to turn the story into a touching parable for kindness and humanity.

Directed by Konstantinos Sampanis

Cast