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Sons of…

Sons of…

1985
Drama
31 min
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Justin, a young gay man is on a break from film school, struggling to come to terms with his father’s violent opposition to his sexual orientation.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Tony Ayres
Starring
Paul McDermott / Ben Grieve / Peter Murphy / Elizabeth Patterson / Bill Lensky / Dianna Wells / John Hannon

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Reviews

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Genevieve Leclerc
May 21, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

In 'Sons of...', we witness the raw struggle of Justin, a young gay man whose path to self acceptance is violently obstructed by his father. Paul McDermott embodies this struggle with a vulnerability that is often heart wrenching.…

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Marcus Thorne
May 21, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

While 'Sons of...' tackles a significant and timely theme, its execution leaves something to be desired. Paul McDermott’s portrayal of Justin, a young man facing familial hostility over his sexuality, is earnest, but the narrative struggles to find…

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Isabelle Dubois
May 21, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A quietly powerful piece, 'Sons of...' shines a light on the devastating impact of parental disapproval. Paul McDermott is superb as Justin, a film student whose personal life is overshadowed by his father's violent homophobia. The film’s strength…

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Arthur Pendelton
May 21, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Sons of...' presents a stark look at familial estrangement, focusing on Justin's painful confrontation with his father's prejudice. Paul McDermott carries the weight of this narrative effectively, portraying a young man wrestling with his sexuality and his father's…

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Eleanor Vance
May 21, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Paul McDermott delivers a compelling performance as Justin, a young man caught between his burgeoning identity and his father's visceral rejection. The film, directed by an unknown hand, navigates this sensitive territory with a raw, unflinching gaze. While…

FAQs

Justin's break from film school suggests a period of introspection and personal crisis that has temporarily suspended his academic pursuits. This narrative device allows the film to focus on his internal battles with his father's homophobia without the distraction of his studies. It implies that his personal life and coming to terms with his identity are currently paramount, perhaps even influencing his future artistic direction.