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Movie Info

Release Date: October 04, 2002
Runtime: 103 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (8)
Genres:
Drama
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: French
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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88%
Tomatometer
86
86/100
Metacritic
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7.5/10
TMDB
165 votes
7.5/10
IMDb
10,527 votes
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The Son

2002

"A bond tested by time, pain, and love."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: El hijo? 🇩🇪 DE: Der Sohn? 🇵🇹 PT: O Filho? 🇮🇹 IT: Il figlio? 🇯🇵 JA: 息子のまなざし? All international titles (8) →
Drama 103 min 7.5/10

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Golden Globes
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
2023 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama Hugh Jackman

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Revenue: $0
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The Son is directed by Luc Dardenne .

Cast of The Son

Morgan Marinne as Francis in The Son
Morgan Marinne
Francis
Isabella Soupart as Magali in The Son
Isabella Soupart
Magali
Pierre Nisse as Apprenti Soudeur 1 in The Son
Pierre Nisse
Apprenti Soudeur 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Son

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  • The film was shot on location in the city of Liège, Belgium, which added authenticity to the urban setting and the protagonist's journey.

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  • The casting of Olivier Gourmet as the lead character was influenced by his ability to portray complex emotional states, which aligns with the film's exploration of human connection.

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  • The film features minimal background music, emphasizing the natural sounds of the environment to enhance the realism and emotional weight of the narrative.

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  • During filming, the actor who played the teenage boy, Morgan Marinne, had to undergo extensive training to realistically portray the character's struggles and development.

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  • The film subtly references the theme of mentorship, which can be seen as a nod to other works by the Dardenne brothers that explore similar dynamics between characters.

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  • There is a scene where characters walk through a busy market; the bustling atmosphere serves as a contrast to the protagonist's inner turmoil.

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  • In one scene, a character's shirt changes color between shots, indicating a continuity error during the filming process.

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