My Son
My Son

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My Son

2025
Movie
85 min
Russian

Katya is a successful lawyer and the best in her field. She makes a deal with her conscience and helps to put an innocent person in jail for a large sum. Having learned about Katya's actions, her son runs away from home. Together with his friends from the sports section, he decides to administer justice himself. And now the mother sets out to find her son, trying to fix everything.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Christian CarionGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A father desperately searches for his son who has disappeared. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that challenge everything he thought he knew about his family.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful narrative and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor. Some noted the pacing could be slow at times, but the emotional core resonated with audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gripping and emotionally charged thriller.

  • Guillaume Canet delivers a powerful performance as a father in crisis.

  • The film masterfully builds suspense, even if some plot points feel familiar.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's intense atmosphere and the compelling story of a father's determination. While some viewers found the resolution slightly predictable, the emotional journey was widely praised.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the César Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by director Christian Carion's own experiences with parenthood and the anxieties associated with children's safety.

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