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The Son (2022)

PG-13 11/25/2022 (US) Drama 2h 3m

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Overview

A successful lawyer, with a new wife and infant, agrees to care for his teenage son from a previous marriage after his ex-wife becomes concerned about the boy's wayward behavior.

Florian Zeller

Director, Screenplay
Christopher Hampton

Screenplay

Top Billed Cast

Hugh Jackman

Peter
Zen McGrath

Nicholas
Vanessa Kirby

Beth
Laura Dern

Kate
Anthony Hopkins

Anthony
William Hope

Andrew
George Cobell

Nicholas (6 Years)
Felix Goddard

Theo
Max Goddard

Theo
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A review by Manuel São Bento

80%

Written by Manuel São Bento on October 15, 2022

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/the-son-spoiler-free-review-lff-2022

"The Son is an emotionally devastating film with a shocking yet important cautionary message for all parents.

A gradually sadder, depressing, frustrating story that grips the audience through its tension-filled dialogue, but the lack of something new and impactful directly about those primarily affected by mental health issues could be an uncomfortable trigger for many viewers.

Hugh Jackman stands out with one of the best performances of his career in a genuinely powerful, tear-indu... read the rest.

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