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The Road to Mother

2016Movie2 h 10 min

DramaHistory
45
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about family and history.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

When the Soviets impose new ways of collective farming and permanent settlements on a region of nomadic dwellers, young Ilyas is separated from his mother, Mariam. Through decades of war, mother and son persevere in their efforts to be reunited.

Feels like

  • Historical Drama
  • Epic Journey
  • Mother-Son Bond
  • War & Separation
  • Resilience & Hope
  • Emotional & Moving
  • Kazakhstani Cinema
  • Generational Saga
  • Human Spirit

Crew

Directed by
Akan Satayev
Written by
Timur Zhaksylykov
Produced by
Akan Satayev, Anna Chakirtova

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Facts

September 8, 2016 · 2 h 10 min · Violence

Released
September 8, 2016
Runtime
2 h 10 min
Content
Violence
Genres
Drama, History, War
Original language
Kazakh
Also spoken
Russian
Made in
Belarus, Kazakhstan
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Road to Mother?"

Questions about The Road to Mother

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Where can I stream The Road to Mother?

Kanopy

In the United States, The Road to Mother is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is The Road to Mother worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45 (IMDb 7.1).

Is The Road to Mother okay for kids?

Violence

Yes: its content advisories are violence, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Road to Mother plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Road to Mother in English?

KazakhRussian

No, it was made in Kazakh, with some Russian.