The Son

Year: 2003

Language: French

Directors: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne

Drama

Olivier, a carpentry instructor at a rehabilitation center for boys, finds himself drawn to troubled teenager Francis. Initially hesitant to mentor him, Olivier becomes increasingly fascinated by Francis's life outside the facility. His observation turns into a disconcerting obsession, leading him to follow the boy and invade his privacy. As the reasons behind this dark fixation are revealed, Olivier is forced to face the repercussions of his actions and make a difficult decision with profound emotional consequences.

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