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The Son
2021·Show
·1Episode in1Season·
The Son fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Music teacher Alexandra Polyakova withdrew into herself after her four-year-old son Danya disappeared without a trace during a walk. Even after three years, Alexandra does not lose hope of finding a child, although his search has long been stopped. One day she recognizes her son in a news story, but her ex-husband Anton, the police and colleagues assure that this is a mistake and there is no chance to find the boy. The only one who believes Alexandra is Major Orlov, the father of her student. He begins his own investigation, which leads him to shocking results...
Missing ChildPsychological ThrillerFamily DramaInvestigationMother's GriefBleak AtmosphereIntense SuspenseEmotional Distress
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Questions about The Son
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Is The Son worth watching?
10
UnwatchableGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 10/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 52% and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Son rated?
Disturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How many seasons does The Son have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 1 episodes and is still in production.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Son?
Critics55
Audiences74
Not quite. Audiences rate The Son higher (74) than critics (55). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did The Son air?
S1
It started in 2021 and is still in production.
What language is The Son in?
Russian
It was made in Russian.