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Son (2015)

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?

  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Deanre ReinersDeanre ReinersPaul
  • Photo of Chris de ClerqChris de ClerqJohannes
  • Photo of Elzette MaarschalkElzette MaarschalkAletta
  • Photo of Candice WeberCandice WeberAnna-Marie
  • Photo of Johan HanekomJohan HanekomOom Piet
  • Photo of Christine van ReenenChristine van ReenenCandice
  • Photo of Ben BruwerBen BruwerOld man
  • Photo of Hentie WieseHentie WieseOld man 2
  • Photo of Wilna BruwerWilna BruwerOld woman
  • Photo of Edwin GagianoEdwin GagianoMarius

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