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Big heart, immersive world, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics10
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Satire & Parody3
World
Family, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction9
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
All About My Mother is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighFamily, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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Part of every woman is a mother/actress/saint/sinner. And part of every man is a woman.
Following the tragic death of her teenage son, Manuela travels from Madrid to Barcelona in an attempt to contact the long-estranged father the boy never knew. She reunites with an old friend, an outspoken transgender sex worker, and befriends a troubled actress and a pregnant, HIV-positive nun.
MelodramaSpanish CinemaFamily DramaLGBTQ+ ThemesFemale FriendshipGrief and LossStrong Female CharactersSocial CommentaryEmotional Depth
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Is All About My Mother worth watching?
87
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is All About My Mother rated?
RSexual contentStrong languageSuicide themes
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and suicide themes.
How long is All About My Mother?
1 h 41 min
All About My Mother runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on All About My Mother?
Critics93
Audiences84
Not quite. Critics rate All About My Mother higher (93) than audiences (84). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was All About My Mother a box office hit?
Budget$5 million
Box office$68 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $68 million worldwide, 13.6 times its budget.
What language is All About My Mother in?
SpanishCatalan
It was made in Spanish, with some Catalan. Produced in Spain, France.
In how many countries can I watch All About My Mother?
45
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+31GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for All About My Mother in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does All About My Mother use?
Downer BeginningEveryone Has StandardsMorning SicknessTime SkipScatter Brained SeniorCompletely Different TitleAddled AddictHair of Gold, Heart of GoldDeath by ChildbirthYandereStreetwalkerForeshadowingand 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for All About My Mother, including Downer Beginning, Everyone Has Standards, Morning Sickness.