There are films that are often talked about as “Oscar bait” because of their amazing casts, acclaimed directors, and heartfelt stories.
But then you have something like “The Son,” which seems like it was tailor-made to be a sure-thing Oscar contender. That isn’t a slight against the film, but it’s hard to deny that “The Son” just ticks all the boxes of films that the Academy sure does love.
READ MORE: ‘The Son’ Review: Hugh Jackman Ably Anchors A Devastating, But Ultimately Dull Domestic Drama [Venice] As seen in the new trailer for “The Son,” the film follows the story of a family struggling to reconnect after a tumultuous time, as a father works through his busy life with a new child and new partner while also trying to juggle the commitments of a past marriage and a teenage son.
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