Sons and Daughters

Set against the backdrop of a turbulent Argentina in 1977, the film 'Sons and Daughters' begins with a gripping and emotional scene. A woman, filled with fear and desperation, gives birth to twins in a time of brutal political oppression. With the help of a complicating midwife, she manages to secretly hide one of her children—the second twin. Meanwhile, the firstborn, a son, is taken away by the regime’s ruthless guards, marking a tragic separation that will haunt both children for years to come.

Fast forward to present-day Milan, where the narrative unfolds around Rosa, a spirited young woman fueled by an unyielding desire to uncover her roots. Plagued by a sense of longing and an inexplicable connection to a past she has not experienced, she reaches out to Javier, a man whose life has also been shaped by the shadows of this dark history. Rosa shares her conviction that they are twin siblings, torn apart by the forces of fate. Intrigued and uncertain, Javier is drawn into her world, igniting a quest that will take them deep into the heart of their shared history and the truths that lie buried beneath the surface.

As Rosa and Javier embark on their journey of rediscovery, they are propelled into a narrative filled with poignant revelations and emotional turmoil. Together, they navigate a path fraught with bitter realities and the haunting echoes of their past. The film beautifully intertwines their search for identity and the painful legacy of a fractured family, exploring themes of connection, loss, and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. Through powerful performances by Enrique Piñeyro as Raul Ramos and Stefania Sandrelli as Victoria Ramos, 'Sons and Daughters' crafts a moving tale about the enduring bonds of family and the quest for belonging.