A Son (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 2003, A Son is a drama film directed by Amal Bedjaoui, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Selim, a young man adrift, is a transvestite and a prostitute who desperately longs for his father's love. Omar, his father, lives a secluded life of grief and has never recovered from the loss of his wife. Like two lonely ships, they pass silently without ever really connecting. Only destiny will bring father and son together... a little too late.
Who’s in it. A Son stars Mohamed Hicham as Selim, Hammou Graïa as Omar, Isabelle Pichaud as Louise and Aurélien Recoing as Max, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, A Son has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Son (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Son worth watching?
- A Son holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Son?
- A Son stars Mohamed Hicham, Hammou Graïa, Isabelle Pichaud, Aurélien Recoing and Licino Da Silva.
- When was A Son released?
- A Son was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.