Title: The Son
Year: 2022
Genre: Drama
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Zen McGrath, Vanessa Kirby, Laura Dern, Anthony Hopkins
Description: A suffocating wave of grief, expertly crafted, washes over the viewer in Florian Zeller's "The Son." This isn't just a family drama; it's a visceral exploration of paternal inadequacy and the agonizing silence that can fracture even the closest bonds. Hugh Jackman delivers a performance of raw, heartbreaking vulnerability, mirroring the film's unflinching portrayal of mental illness. Zeller masterfully avoids sentimentality, opting instead for a stark realism that leaves a lasting, unsettling impression. The film's power lies not in grand pronouncements, but in the quiet desperation etched onto the faces of its characters, forcing us to confront the painful complexities of family and the fragility of the human spirit. A must-see for its unflinching honesty.