directed by: Xavier Dolan, year: 2014
actors: Anne Dorval, Antoine Olivier Pilon, Suzanne Clément

Mommy is a 2014 Canadian drama film written and directed by Xavier Dolan. The story revolves around a widowed mother, Diane, who struggles to raise her teenage son, Steve, who has ADHD and a history of violence. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they befriend their mysterious neighbor, Kyla. The film explores themes of love, family, and the challenges of raising a troubled child, all set against the backdrop of a fictional Canadian law allowing parents to place their children in care.

Motherhood, Mental Illness, Intense Relationships, Cinematography, Coming Of Age