Son of the South
dir. Barry Alexander Brown · 2021
Being alive means making difficult choices that challenge societal norms and standing up for justice, even when it puts you at odds with your own background.
"Son of the South" offers a poignant exploration of self-discovery set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement, showcasing a young man's struggle to forge his own path in a world steeped in tradition and prejudice. This film captures the emotional turmoil of choosing courage over conformity, inviting viewers to reflect on their own beliefs and actions.
In civil rights era Montgomery, Alabama, Klansman's grandson Bob Zellner must choose which side of history to be on during the Movement. Defying his family and white Southern norms, he fought against social injustice, repression and violence to change the world around him
