Son (2016)
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.
Director: Konstantinos Sampanis
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date: January 1, 2016
Cast
- Maurizio Magno - Son
- Dirk Böhling - Father
- Heinz Hoenig - Hotel guest
- Wilfried Pucher
Screenplay
- Konstantinos Sampanis (Screenplay)
- Siegfried Lenz
Production: Konstantinos Sampanis Filmproduktion
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Son about?
- 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.
- Who directed Son?
- Son was directed by Konstantinos Sampanis.
- Who stars in Son?
- Son stars Maurizio Magno, Dirk Böhling, Heinz Hoenig, Wilfried Pucher.
- How long is Son?
- Son has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
- What genre is Son?
- Son is a Drama film.
- Where was Son produced?
- Son was produced in Germany.