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A peculiar neighbor (Suzanne Clément) offers hope to a recent widow (Anne Dorval) who is struggling to raise a teenager (Antoine-Olivier Pilon) who is unpredictable and, sometimes, violent.
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As challenging as it is rewarding, Mommy finds writer-director Xavier Dolan taking another impressive step forward.

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Philippa Hawker The Age (Australia) Apr 9, 2015
4.5/5
The cinematic frame might have contracted, but there's a kind of ferocious compassion in Dolan's vision, and its embrace is startlingly wide. Go to Full Review Sandra Hall Sydney Morning Herald Apr 9, 2015
3.5/5
Dolan loves close-ups and he gives his actors every chance to demonstrate their talent for ringing the emotional changes in a single take. Go to Full Review Mark Kermode Observer (UK) Mar 22, 2015
4/5
Dorval and Clément are both exceptional, their brilliantly controlled performances contrasting with the explosive energy of rising star Pilon, who looks set to burst out of the screen and into the auditorium. Go to Full Review JD Duran InSession Film Aug 2, 2024
The final act of this film is simply some of the best filmmaking I saw in all of 2015... Go to Full Review Diego Batlle Otroscines.com Jun 22, 2023
3/5
Mommy ratifies Dolan's immense talent, his ability to intensely direct actors and his tireless creativity, but also his capriciousness and superfluous aesthetic, which often make him lose focus of what is essential. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Alex Denney NME (New Musical Express) Apr 22, 2021
4.5/5
...for all of Steve's livewire energy, the hero of Mommy is never in doubt. Anne Dorval is simply amazing as the indomitable Die... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Cinema S @cinema_sensei 4 days ago I was blown away by how painfully real and chaotic this felt. Sure, it runs a little long and gets hyper-dramatic at times, but the sheer emotional honesty carries every single frame. When the screen physically expands during that burst of joy, it’s pure cinematic magic. The ending is an absolute gut-punch that left me completely speechless - a deeply moving, thought-provoking look at love, burden, and survival. See more Milox B @Milox Feb 14, 2026 Très émouvant, très bien filmé, très bien joué, l'histoire est vraiment belle 👏👏 See more Lauren K @RT23521531 Aug 31, 2025 Didn't finish. Acting is poorly overdone. Characters aren't believable. Wouldn't watch if I was paid $1k. See more Nicole S. @nxc4le Jul 30, 2025 the french knew what they were doing with this masterpiece See more Vixo S @vixo_six Jul 16, 2025 Mommy left me absolutely amazed. It stands out for its incredible story and its complex yet deeply human characters. The performances are one of its greatest strengths, because everything feels natural and authentic, making it easy to empathize with what the characters are going through. The direction is also remarkable. The use of the 1:1 aspect ratio is not just a visual choice, but a powerful narrative tool, especially in the moment when the frame changes and the emotion becomes even stronger. It is one of those technical decisions that truly adds meaning to the story. The music also deserves praise, with song choices that perfectly capture the film’s emotional intensity, especially during the ending. Mommy is a stunning and unforgettable film, and I regret not having watched it sooner. See more Ardi J @RT18626558 Mar 6, 2025 A film I watched in 2020 on a rainy midnight. I was completely immersed in it… and I cried. An epic film by Xavier Dolan, created when he was just 23 years old. This is an extraordinary masterpiece. If anyone asks me, 'What is the best film?'—this is my answer! I say it with pride. See more Read all reviews
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Xavier Dolan

Director

Anne Dorval

Diane "Die" Després

Antoine Olivier Pilon

Steve Després

Suzanne Clément

Kyla

Alexandre Goyette

Patrick

Patrick Huard

Paul Béliveau

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Movie Info

Synopsis A peculiar neighbor (Suzanne Clément) offers hope to a recent widow (Anne Dorval) who is struggling to raise a teenager (Antoine-Olivier Pilon) who is unpredictable and, sometimes, violent.
Director
Xavier Dolan
Producer
Xavier Dolan, Nancy Grant
Screenwriter
Xavier Dolan, Xavier Dolan
Distributor
Roadside Attractions
Production Co
Société de Développement des Entreprises Culturelles (SODEC)
Rating
R (Sexual References|Language Throughout|Some Violence)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Canadian French
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 23, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 6, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$3.4M
Runtime
2h 19m
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