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Son (2015)

Sep 21, 2015 · 1h 28m

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At thy call we shall not falter, Firm and steadfast we shall stand

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?

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Top cast

  • Deanre Reiners Paul
  • Chris de Clerq Johannes
  • Elzette Maarschalk Aletta
  • Candice Weber Candice Weber Anna-Marie
  • Johan Hanekom Oom Piet
  • Christine van Reenen Candice
  • Ben Bruwer Old man
  • Hentie Wiese Old man 2
  • Wilna Bruwer Old woman
  • Edwin Gagiano Edwin Gagiano Marius
  • Janus Prinsloo Korporaal
  • Miles Petzer Soldaat 1
  • Ignatius Cronje Soldaat 2
  • JC Snooke Ambulaansman 1
  • Leon Gerber Ambulaansman 2

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