The Book of My Mother

2020Show1 season12 episodes

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A deeply moving, melancholic crime series about family and everyday modern life, with standout performances and characters.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Story

Azim, who had an argument with his family and went fishing, disappears. This incident brings together the eldest son Rustam, who lives in Russia, the middle son Mirza Mammadali, a theologian, and the youngest son Samad, who studied in Turkey, with different worldviews. Although their mother Zahra is experiencing the loss of her husband, she finds solace in the reunion of her sons. However, the coming together of brothers who are strangers to each other due to their differences leads to even greater tragedies.

Feels like

  • Intense Family Drama
  • Grief and Loss
  • Cultural and Religious Conflict
  • Azerbaijani Realism
  • Emotional Tragedy
  • Philosophical Dialogue
  • Dysfunctional Siblings
  • Maternal Bond
  • Slow-Burn Narrative

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Facts

December 7, 2020 · December 24, 2020 · Ended

First aired
December 7, 2020
Last aired
December 24, 2020
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 12 episodes
Content
Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Crime, Drama
Original language
Azerbaijani
Also spoken
Russian
Made in
Azerbaijan

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Book of My Mother okay for kids?"

Questions about The Book of My Mother

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Book of My Mother okay for kids?

Strong languageDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are strong language and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Book of My Mother plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is The Book of My Mother in English?

AzerbaijaniRussian

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