What is Son of Saul?
Son of Saul is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under War, Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 11, 2015
- Studios
- Laokoon Filmgroup
- Genres
- War, Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Son of Saul is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under War, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Laokoon Filmgroup. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A prisoner in Auschwitz fights to give a boy a proper burial amid unimaginable horror.”
- Gripping portrayal of a Holocaust survivor's moral dilemma
- Intense, immersive setting within Auschwitz
- Blend of war, drama, and thriller tones
- Graphic and harrowing content may be distressing
- The tight focus can feel claustrophobic
Watch it if you appreciate stark, unflinching historical dramas.
The film contains graphic depictions of death and extreme suffering, making it suitable for mature audiences only.
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What is the setting of the film?
It takes place in Auschwitz during 1944.
What role does the main character have?
He is a prisoner forced to burn corpses of fellow inmates.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on December 18, 2015.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as war, drama, and thriller.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 47 minutes.