Fathers and Sons

Generational conflict drives the narrative, focusing on Arkady and Bazarov as they return home from college to a stagnant world. Their changed perspectives challenge old relationships, particularly with their fathers. The central tension arises between Bazarov's nihilistic, materialistic worldview and Pavel Petrovich Kirsanov's adherence to aristocratic values, leading to a poignant exploration of ideology and familial bonds. This clash reveals the tragic consequences of differing beliefs and the struggle to navigate a changing society.