“We Need to Talk About Kevin”, 2010
Director: Lynne Ramsay
Tilda Swinton stars in this psychological thriller as a mother struggling to come to terms with her son's violent actions. The film explores the complexities of maternal guilt and the consequences of a strained mother-son relationship.
Starring: Tilda Swinton, John C. Reilly, Ezra Miller, Jasper Newell, Rocky Duer, Ashley Gerasimovich, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Alex Manette, Kenneth Franklin, Leslie Lyles;
Production year: 2010;
Genre: thriller, drama, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 112 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,5;
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“The Babadook”, 2014
Director: Jennifer Kent
In this horror film, a mother and her young son are haunted by a sinister presence that emerges from a mysterious children's book. The film delves into themes of grief, trauma, and the challenges of motherhood.
Starring: Essie Davis, Noah Wiseman, Hayley McElhinney, Daniel Henshall, Ben Winspear, Barbara West, Chloe Hurn, Jacquy Phillips, Bridget Walters, Annie Batten;
Production year: 2014;
Genre: horror, drama;
Age: 18+;
Duration: 93 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,8;
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“Carrie”, 2013
Director: Kimberly Peirce
While primarily a horror film, “Carrie” also delves into the troubled relationship between Carrie White and her fanatically religious mother, Margaret. The film explores the damaging effects of a mother's extreme beliefs and control over her daughter.
Starring: Chloë Grace Moretz, Julianne Moore, Judy Greer, Portia Doubleday, Gabriella Wilde, Ansel Elgort, Alex Russell, Barry Shabaka Henley, Zoë Belkin, Samantha Weinstein;
Production year: 2013;
Genre: thriller, horror, drama;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 100 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 5,8;
More information about the film “Carrie” on the website imdb.com
“Films about bad mothers serve as a powerful and necessary exploration of the complexities of motherhood and familial relationships. Through a range of storytelling techniques and character portrayals, these films challenge societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding motherhood, showcasing the intricacies of flawed and imperfect relationships. By delving into the darker aspects of maternal figures, these films encourage audiences to reflect on their own experiences and perceptions of motherhood, ultimately prompting important conversations about empathy, forgiveness, and the multifaceted nature of love within families.”
