Short film

The Law and His Son

1913 · 11 min

A somber, moralistic silent drama that builds quiet tension toward a tragic revelation about guilt and sacrifice.

Overview: In this film one is shown the contrast of two fathers. One father refuses to believe his son guiltless, while the other, fully realizing the weakness of his son, struggles to save him from further disgrace. In this attempt he exonerates the innocent youth, but at the same time exposes the guilt of his own son.
How it feels: Melancholic, tense, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Justice, family, guilt, betrayal
Content: Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: justice
family
guilt
betrayal
redemption
Places: home
big city
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: twist ending
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence mild
Sex none