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Goodbye Mothers

2008·Movie
1h 55min

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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Violence3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

In 1960, Moroccan Jews began migrating en masse to Israel, encouraged by immigration officers of the new state. The film tells the drama of the story of two families, one Jewish and one Muslim, joined by a close friendship but whose destinies are separated. Selected by Morocco as a candidate for the 2008 Oscar for Best Picture Foreign Language.
Poignant Historical DramaCross-Cultural FriendshipNostalgic Period PieceThemes of DisplacementInterfaith RelationshipsEmotional FarewellMoroccan Jewish HeritageQuiet TragedySocial Commentary on Migration

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Goodbye Mothers worth watching?

61
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Goodbye Mothers rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Goodbye Mothers?

1 h 55 min

Goodbye Mothers runs 1 h 55 min.

What language is Goodbye Mothers in?

EnglishArabicFrench

It was made in English, with some Arabic, French. Produced in Morocco.