Unexpected Bonds: The Fragile King Explores Loss, Family, and Forgiveness
Loss and family estrangement forge a powerful bond in the moving award-winning South African drama, The Fragile King.
Life can change in an instant.
In The Fragile King, a heartwrenching South African drama, 15-year-old Michael grapples with the sudden loss of his mother and the unfamiliar presence of his gruff grandfather, Gerald.
Thrust together by tragedy, these two strangers embark on a journey of self-discovery and reconciliation across the country’s breathtaking Northern Cape.
Why You Will Enjoy This Movie:
- Poignant Coming-of-Age Story: Witness Michael’s emotional growth as he navigates grief, confusion, and the complexities of family dynamics.
- Touching Look at Family Reconciliation: Watch as a hardened grandfather and a grieving teenager learn to understand and connect with each other in the most unexpected way.
- Stunning South African Landscapes: Immerse yourself in the film’s breathtaking backdrop, showcasing the beauty and vastness of South Africa’s Northern Cape.
- Powerful Exploration of Loss and Healing: This movie is a poignant reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of finding solace in unexpected places.
Ready to embark on this emotional journey?
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The Fragile King
Indiepix
Not Rated
Release Date May 7, 2024
Synopsis
After the tragic death of his mother in a car accident, 15-year-old Michael King is sent to live with his grandfather Gerald, whom he hardly knows.
The emotional gulf between the traumatized boy and cantankerous old man is immense, but during a road trip across South Africa’s Northern Cape to reunite Michael with his estranged father, a relationship of understanding and trust slowly emerges.
After going their separate ways, the two reunite a year later, and through one final unexpected journey, the King men finally come to realize a true sense of love and belonging in each other.
Director
Tristan Holmes
Writer
Tristan Holmes
Cast
Alex de la Rey
Andrew Buckland
Genre
World Cinema
Drama
Country of Origin
South Africa
Official Trailer: The Fragile King
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