The Prodigal Son (2006)

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THE PRODIGAL SON is the emotional story of a gay man in his forties who is reunited with his traditional Macedonian family after being estranged from his father for 15 years. The documentary explores how first-generation migrant parents have struggled to come to terms with their son's sexuality. When Ted came out as gay, his mother Ljubica insisted it was a passing phase and his father Alex refused to speak to him. Fifteen years passed with no communication between father and son - until Alex discovered he was suffering from a serious illness.

Director: Tony Radevski
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 27 min
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Production: Ronin Films
Country: Australia
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Prodigal Son about?
THE PRODIGAL SON is the emotional story of a gay man in his forties who is reunited with his traditional Macedonian family after being estranged from his father for 15 years. The documentary explores how first-generation migrant parents have struggled to come to terms with their son's sexuality. When Ted came out as gay, his mother Ljubica insisted it was a passing phase and his father Alex refused to speak to him. Fifteen years passed with no communication between father and son - until Alex discovered he was suffering from a serious illness.
Who directed The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son was directed by Tony Radevski.
How long is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
What genre is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son is a Documentary film.
Where was The Prodigal Son produced?
The Prodigal Son was produced in Australia.