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I Am Mother
2019·Movie
I Am Mother fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
I Am Mother is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
HighTechnology, the future, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, the future, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
She’ll keep you safe.
A teenage girl is raised underground by a robot "Mother", designed to repopulate the earth following an extinction event. But their unique bond is threatened when an inexplicable stranger arrives with alarming news.
Dystopian Sci-FiMother-Daughter RelationshipTechnological EthicsMystery & SuspensePost-ApocalypticPsychological ThrillerArtificial IntelligenceSurvival
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Questions about I Am Mother
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Is I Am Mother worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is I Am Mother rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is I Am Mother?
1 h 53 min
I Am Mother runs 1 h 53 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on I Am Mother?
Critics77
Audiences71
Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see I Am Mother much the same way.
What language is I Am Mother in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States, Luxembourg.
In how many countries can I watch I Am Mother?
118
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+104GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for I Am Mother in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does I Am Mother use?
Did You Actually Believe...?Well-Intentioned ExtremistIn Your Nature to Destroy YourselvesHis Name Really Is "Barkeep"Allegorical CharacterSlasher SmileWham ShotAfter the EndRaised by RobotsOne Bad MotherEvil GloatingYou Have Outlived Your Usefulnessand 51 more
TV Tropes lists 63 storytelling tropes for I Am Mother, including Did You Actually Believe...?, Well-Intentioned Extremist, In Your Nature to Destroy Yourselves.