A Son Is Born
Originally released in 1946. A Son Is Born is a feature film. directed by Eric Porter. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Muriel Steinbeck, Ron Randell, and Peter Finch
Synopsis
This family melodrama, a tale of desertion, vengeful seduction, coincidental meeting and catharsis, spans more than two decades from 1920 to World War II. A woman imprisoned in a loveless marriage finds the courage to leave her husband but is disturbed to find that her son, David, refuses to go with her. She does not give up on him and manages to establish a new life for herself. Her world is turned upside down when David reluctantly moves in with her, determined to ruin their lives. Set against the backdrop of the Second World War, David is about to be sent to New Guinea which may make or break any future relationship he has with the people who love him. A notable aspect of the film is a production design which belies the low budget.
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- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Son Is Born about?
This family melodrama, a tale of desertion, vengeful seduction, coincidental meeting and catharsis, spans more than two decades from 1920 to World War II. A woman imprisoned in a loveless marriage ...
Who directed A Son Is Born?
A Son Is Born was directed by Eric Porter.
How long is A Son Is Born?
A Son Is Born has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was A Son Is Born released?
A Son Is Born was released on September 20, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Son Is Born?
The main cast of A Son Is Born includes Muriel Steinbeck, Ron Randell, Peter Finch, John McCallum.