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201250 minGdocumentary

The Son

201250 minGdocumentary

One old lady expresses her heartfelt wish to ensure her son lives well, regardless of his circumstances.

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One old lady expresses her heartfelt wish to ensure her son lives well, regardless of his circumstances.

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Jiawei Ningdirector

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An old woman cries as she recalls her wish, “If there is any chance, I will let him live well no matter where he is.” Her heartfelt words motivate the filmmaker to create "The Son," a 50-minute documentary from 2012. It centers on the lives of individuals bound by family ties and the emotional struggles that accompany them. The film reflects on love, hope, and the bonds that endure through hardship.

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