
Sounder
The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.
Release Year
1972
Runtime
105 min
Audience Score
7.5
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.
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Sounder is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Sounder is best for viewers who want drama without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Sounder have?
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Sounder lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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