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Favorite Son

  • 1997
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
78
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Favorite Son (1997)
Drama

The star of a popular TV sitcom returns to his hometown, to the adoration of his friends, but his destructive behavior and bitter, volatile relationship with his brother, threatens to destro... Read allThe star of a popular TV sitcom returns to his hometown, to the adoration of his friends, but his destructive behavior and bitter, volatile relationship with his brother, threatens to destroy them both.The star of a popular TV sitcom returns to his hometown, to the adoration of his friends, but his destructive behavior and bitter, volatile relationship with his brother, threatens to destroy them both.

  • Director
    • Steven Esteb
  • Writer
    • Steven Esteb
  • Stars
    • Louis Herthum
    • Brad Hunt
    • Nancy Hochman
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    78
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Steven Esteb
    • Writer
      • Steven Esteb
    • Stars
      • Louis Herthum
      • Brad Hunt
      • Nancy Hochman
    • 17User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Louis Herthum
    Louis Herthum
    • Lucas Beauchamp
    Brad Hunt
    Brad Hunt
    • Lance Beauchamp
    Nancy Hochman
    • Annie Beauchamp
    Gathering Marbet
    • Kansas
    Grand L. Bush
    Grand L. Bush
    • Rev. Ross
    Harold G. Herthum
    • Harold
    Tody Bernard
    • Bodie
    Mary Lilly
    • Jobeth
    Ray Gaspard
    Ray Gaspard
    • Kenny
    B.J. Hopper
    • Bart
    Jim Gleason
    Jim Gleason
    • Reporter
    Jamie Wax
    • Billy
    Lara Grice
    Lara Grice
    • Sitcom girlfriend
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Steven Esteb
    • Writer
      • Steven Esteb
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    8lajbird

    Brother's Relationship is Auththentic and well told

    The relationship between Lance (Brad Hunt) and Lucas (Louis Herthum) reminded me of the dynamics in my own family. Hunt is amazing as he portrays the heroine addicted younger brother of Herthum. The conflict between the brothers is very real and in the end heartwarming and moving. I think this is a movie for the whole family to see. This is a prodigal son story well told! If you can't find it at your local Blockbuster ask them to get it. If more youth groups, boys and girls clubs or families sat down to watch this one together they might find a way to help kids on drugs and create a better understand of one another. This is one worth watching.
    9jeromelarkin

    What a great little movie.

    Wow! I just saw this at a friend's house and I loved it. It's not the kind of film you see at the theaters, unfortunately. It is small, touching, and filled with actors I've never seen before. It is really special. I have a brother in trouble and this hit home for me. I don't know where he is but I hope this film finds him someday.
    9filmjones-3

    A good solid film

    I gotta tell ya, this is a good little movie. Yes,its low budget and all that, but it really delivers. You can't watch this without being moved by it. It starts a little slow but gets better every minute. Just a real old fashion kind of movie. Some of the comments I've seen on this site blow my mind. If you get a chance to see Favorite Son, I highly recommend it.
    NiceShot

    This was a wonderful, well-done movie!

    This movie was a big surprise, in that it carried such emotional power and talent, and I had never even heard of it before! It takes the familiar tale of the Prodigal Son and fleshes it out into a modern, tragic, sometimes-funny story. This is no ordinary indie picture. I mean, the actors are incredible (who is this kid Brad Hunt and where has he been??), the movie looks great and (do I really dare say this?) it actually had me crying at the end. I love independent films and I've seen a lot, and Favorite Son, for me, is a step above most. We need more like it.
    8mightyelvinwarrior

    Not soo bad

    I was an extra in this little film. Its not too bad. All the actors were class acts all the way. The movie has some problems though, one being it never really grabs your attention and dates itself with its jokes. Its nice though. Look for me, I check out Gathering Marsh's ass as she walks by.

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      Astrya Richard, the Louisiana born author of "Family Secrets" was an extra in this film.

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    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Jackson, Louisiana, USA
    • Production companies
      • Ransack Films
      • Favorite Son Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 35m(95 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby

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