The Sons (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film

Released in 1973, The Sons is a notable film directed by Kohei Ando, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. A gay poem, clearly inspired by Cocteau, about the ambiguous relationship between a man and his two adopted sons. A meditation on sublimation, repetition, and death. The characters' images and movements are faint, but the mood is sensual.
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- Where can I watch The Sons (1973)?
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- When was The Sons released?
- The Sons was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.