Our Sons
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Synopsis
When James admits to his mother that he is gay it strains her liberal attitude. A San Diego businesswoman, Audrey believes she is a modern, open-minded mother, but the news sends her reeling. However, the real shock comes when James asks her to travel to Arkansas and inform his lover's estranged mom, Luanne, that her son has AIDS. As Audrey and Luanne learn to put aside their prejudice toward each other, they soon discover how to share their thoughts, hopes and fears for their sons.
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Official Trailer | 4KOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-03
Top Cast
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Ann-Margret
Luanne Barnes
Julie Andrews
Audrey Grant
Hugh Grant
James
Željko Ivanek
Donald Barnes
Tony Roberts
Harry
Hal England
Charley
Loyda Ramos
Patient's Wife
Annabelle Weenick
Nurse
Lisa Blake Richards
Female Bar Patron
Essex Smith
Trailer Park Manager
Frank Whiteman
George
Elizabeth Austin
Sally
George S. Whiteman
Male Bar Patron
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 19, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Erman
- Screenplay & Story
- Micki Dickoff, William Hanley
- Original Score
- John Morris
- Original Title
- Our Sons
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Robert Greenwald Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Erman
Micki Dickoff, William Hanley
John Morris
Tony Imi
Robert Florio
Robert Greenwald, William Hanley, Philip K. Kleinbart, Carla Singer
Department Leadership Roster
John Erman
Director
William Hanley
Writer
Philip K. Kleinbart
Producer
John Morris
Original Music Composer
Tony Imi
Director of Photography
Robert Florio
Editor
James Hulsey
Production Design
Van Broughton Ramsey
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Sons
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What is Our Sons about?
When James admits to his mother that he is gay it strains her liberal attitude. A San Diego businesswoman, Audrey believes she is a modern, open-minded mother, but the news sends her reeling. However, the real shock comes when James asks her to travel to Arkansas and inform his lover's estranged mom, Luanne, that her son has AIDS. As Audrey and Luanne learn to put aside their prejudice toward each other, they soon discover how to share their thoughts, hopes and fears for their sons.
Who directed Our Sons?
Our Sons was directed by John Erman.
Who stars in Our Sons?
The principal cast of Our Sons includes Ann-Margret, Julie Andrews, Hugh Grant, Željko Ivanek, Tony Roberts.
When was Our Sons released and how long is it?
Our Sons was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Our Sons?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Our Sons was composed by John Morris.