The Only Son
Originally released in 2013. The Only Son is a documentary film. directed by Simonka de Jong. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Pema, 19, is supposed to marry a girl from home, a Nepali Himalayan village at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Pema grew up in a Kathmandu orphanage as poverty and illness forced his parents to give most of their 6 children away. Today, the unusual family is scattered around the globe. It would be the only son's duty to tend to the family home in the mountains. But Pema wants to study abroad, and live a modern life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 10, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Only Son about?
Pema, 19, is supposed to marry a girl from home, a Nepali Himalayan village at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Pema grew up in a Kathmandu orphanage as poverty and illness forced his parents to give mo...
Who directed The Only Son?
The Only Son was directed by Simonka de Jong.
How long is The Only Son?
The Only Son has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Only Son released?
The Only Son was released on April 10, 2013 in theaters.