The Only Son (2013)

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Pema, 19, is supposed to marry a girl from home, a Nepali Himalayan village at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Pema grew up in a Kathmandu orphanage as poverty and illness forced his parents to give most of their 6 children away. Today, the unusual family is scattered around the globe. It would be the only son's duty to tend to the family home in the mountains. But Pema wants to study abroad, and live a modern life.

Director: Simonka de Jong
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 78 min
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Country: Netherlands
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Only Son about?
Pema, 19, is supposed to marry a girl from home, a Nepali Himalayan village at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Pema grew up in a Kathmandu orphanage as poverty and illness forced his parents to give most of their 6 children away. Today, the unusual family is scattered around the globe. It would be the only son's duty to tend to the family home in the mountains. But Pema wants to study abroad, and live a modern life.
Who directed The Only Son?
The Only Son was directed by Simonka de Jong.
How long is The Only Son?
The Only Son has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).
What genre is The Only Son?
The Only Son is a Documentary film.
Where was The Only Son produced?
The Only Son was produced in Netherlands.