Fathers and Sons (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 2012, Fathers and Sons is a documentary film directed by Kaan Müjdeci, running about 22 minutes.
What it’s about. "Fathers and Sons" is a short documentary project of Kaan Müjdeci that was shot in 2012 during the research for director's first feature film entitled SIVAS. Fathers and Sons tells the story of kangal dogs and their owners. Kangal is a breed of shepherd’s dog, unique to the land of Anatolia. The owners fight their kangals and make money off them from bettings. However, they treat and take care of their dogs like their sons, sometimes even better. Even though their sons may get hurt, a father still takes pride in having sent his son to the military, doesn’t he? Fathers and Sons is about the duality of this father-son relationship. But after all, every father would like to be proud of his son.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Fathers and Sons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fathers and Sons page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fathers and Sons (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fathers and Sons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fathers and Sons worth watching?
- Fathers and Sons holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Fathers and Sons released?
- Fathers and Sons was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.
