Ma mère

2004·Movie
1h 52min·NC-17
46
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Violence6
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Family, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

After his father's death, a young man is introduced to a world of hedonism and depravity by his amoral mother.
Dysfunctional FamilyComing-of-Age DramaPsychological ExplorationHedonism and DepravityBleak and DisturbingCharacter-Driven NarrativeAmoral CharactersFrench CinemaExistential Themes

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Ma mère

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Where can I stream Ma mère legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Ma mère worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ma mère rated?

NC-17NuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated NC-17 in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Ma mère?

1 h 52 min

Ma mère runs 1 h 52 min.

Is Ma mère based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is Ma mère in?

FrenchEnglishGermanSpanish

It was made in French, with some English, German, Spanish. Produced in France, Spain, Austria.

In how many countries can I watch Ma mère?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ma mère in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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