For a Son
Originally released in 2016. For a Son is a feature film. directed by Suranga Deshapriya Katugampala. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Julian Wijesekara, Nella Pozzerle, and Louis Shirantha Fernando
Synopsis
Sunita, a middle-aged Sri Lankan woman, lives with her teenage son on the outskirts of a northern Italian city where she works as a caregiver. The relationship between mother and son is fraught with tension and silence. Having grown up in Italy, the boy is a cultural hybrid his mother struggles to understand, as she fights to live in a country to which she does not want to belong.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
8.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
SI
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SI
Production Companies
- Gina Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For a Son about?
Sunita, a middle-aged Sri Lankan woman, lives with her teenage son on the outskirts of a northern Italian city where she works as a caregiver. The relationship between mother and son is fraught wit...
Who directed For a Son?
For a Son was directed by Suranga Deshapriya Katugampala.
How long is For a Son?
For a Son has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was For a Son released?
For a Son was released on November 19, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For a Son?
The main cast of For a Son includes Julian Wijesekara, Nella Pozzerle, Louis Shirantha Fernando, Isabella Dilavello, Vishan Maduka Fernando.