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Son of the South

2021·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
62
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence7
  • Tension6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, a real life story, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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Founding grandson without a father...

In civil rights era Montgomery, Alabama, Klansman's grandson Bob Zellner must choose which side of history to be on during the Movement. Defying his family and white Southern norms, he fought against social injustice, repression and violence to change the world around him
Civil Rights EraBiographical DramaSocial JusticeHistorical AccountMoral StruggleOvercoming PrejudiceActivism and ChangeCourage and ConvictionRedemption Story

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Son of the South legally?

Son of the South is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Son of the South worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Son of the South rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Son of the South?

1 h 44 min

Son of the South runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Son of the South based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Son of the South?

Critics60
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Son of the South much the same way.

What language is Son of the South in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Son of the South?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Son of the South in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.