A Son (2020)

In the sun-drenched landscapes of southern Tunisia, Fares and Meriem's idyllic family holiday takes a bloody detour when a sudden terrorist ambush sends a stray bullet piercing through their young son, Aziz's liver. As they race against time in a local hospital, the urgency for a transplant unexpectedly unearths a deeply buried family secret that threatens not only Aziz's life but the fabric of their familial bond. Amidst the race to locate a suitable donor, the couple grapples with the realities of their faltering relationship, their emotions shifting like desert sand under the weight of their predicament. The narrative evolves, skilfully weaving a heart-rending exploration of Tunisian society's entrenched social and legal norms with the raw, intimate struggle of two parents faced with an unthinkable choice. 'A Son' emerges as a labyrinth of unexpected twists - a story that is as much about the fragility of life as it is about the resilience of love. With every beat, it asks the viewer to ponder - what would you do in their shoes? Director Mehdi Barsaoui's deft storytelling marks him out as an audacious new talent, crafting a narrative that leaves an indelible mark on the viewer's heart.

A Son is a drama movie featuring Sami Bouajila and directed by Mehdi M. Barsaoui.

It is possible to buy A Son on Amazon Video.