Our Sons (1991)
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When James admits to his mother that he is gay it strains her liberal attitude. A San Diego businesswoman, Audrey believes she is a modern, open-minded mother, but the news sends her reeling. However, the real shock comes when James asks her to travel to Arkansas and inform his lover's estranged mom, Luanne, that her son has AIDS. As Audrey and Luanne learn to put aside their prejudice toward each other, they soon discover how to share their thoughts, hopes and fears for their sons.
Director: John Erman
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date: May 19, 1991
Cast
- Ann-Margret - Luanne Barnes
- Julie Andrews - Audrey Grant
- Hugh Grant - James
- Zeljko Ivanek - Donald Barnes
- Tony Roberts - Harry
- Hal England - Charley
- Loyda Ramos - Patient's Wife
- Annabelle Weenick - Nurse
- Lisa Blake Richards - Female Bar Patron
- Essex Smith - Trailer Park Manager
Screenplay
- Micki Dickoff (Idea)
- William Hanley
Music: John Morris
Cinematography: Tony Imi
Editing: Robert Florio
Production: Robert Greenwald Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en
Themes
Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Paralyzing Guilt and Remorse, Overwhelming Shame and Silence, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds
Keywords
aids, guilt, gay theme
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Our Sons about?
- When James admits to his mother that he is gay it strains her liberal attitude. A San Diego businesswoman, Audrey believes she is a modern, open-minded mother, but the news sends her reeling. However, the real shock comes when James asks her to travel to Arkansas and inform his lover's estranged mom, Luanne, that her son has AIDS. As Audrey and Luanne learn to put aside their prejudice toward each other, they soon discover how to share their thoughts, hopes and fears for their sons.
- Who directed Our Sons?
- Our Sons was directed by John Erman.
- Who stars in Our Sons?
- Our Sons stars Ann-Margret, Julie Andrews, Hugh Grant, Zeljko Ivanek, Tony Roberts, Hal England.
- How long is Our Sons?
- Our Sons has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is Our Sons?
- Our Sons is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Our Sons produced?
- Our Sons was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Our Sons?
- The themes of Our Sons include: Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Paralyzing Guilt and Remorse, Overwhelming Shame and Silence, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds.