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4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Mommy is a 2014 Canadian drama film written, produced, directed and edited by Xavier Dolan and starring Anne Dorval, Antoine Olivier Pilon, and Suzanne Clément. The story concerns a mother(Diane) with a sometimes-violent teenage son(Steve) that has been previously diagnosed with ADHD. On the surface ‘Mommy’ seems to exclusively focus on the relationship between a mother and her son (A common thread in much of Dolan’s work); After some unpacking, however, it is clear that a larger sociological context is also being taken into consideration. ‘Mommy’ Introduces itself by making the audience aware of a new (and controversial) law that has been put into place that allows parents to commit a child to a psychiatric hospital without additional legal review. This is crucial information to have from the beginning because this law lends to discussions and questions regarding mentally ill juveniles and their fundamental rights (not to mention, any person that this pertains to). These rights have historically been established as a way of formally making a decision about how people like Stetven should be reprimanded as need be, but more importantly is a way of making these in a way that is mostly void of personal biases that care-takers are naturally going to have in the first place. On one hand this acts as suspense in that everybody is fully aware that Diane has the ability at any moment to commit Steve at the drop of a hat (and, will this ever happen?). On the other -and, perhaps even more significantly - this illustrates Diane as being opposed to what some might call a “quick-fix ideology” and has some staggering real-world applications. Films that choose to include characters that are diagnosed with a mental illness with violent tendencies have a very thin line to walk on that they must be aware of at all time; failure to do so creeps into territory that villainize people in this population and perpetuates stereotypes that fuel the stigma most commonly associated with them. The complexity of Pilon in both his behaviors and appearance do well to make his character a naturally well-rounded individual. It is clear over time that Steve is hyperactive, disparaging, and has serious boundary Issues that actively affect the meaningful relationships he is capable of making with other people. This is a sharp contrast to the moments where his ability to be charming and kind slowly drifts to the shore and tactfully challenges the temptation to polarize him as being either simply a “good” or a “bad” person regardless of their experience with people just like him. As someone that has seen people this pertains to constantly being metaphorically shoved inside boxes that don’t graciously validate their intricacies I have only one thing to say to Dolan: #Thankyouverymuch. Speaking of boxes, Dolan also uses a rather unorthodox method to invite active engagement with its audience members. ‘Mommy’ stays committed to being shown in an aspect ratio of 1:1 and consequently makes emotionally intense scenes uncomfortably palpable. This works as a physical representation of Diane’s limited prospects and Is a painful squeezing for those with particular sensitivities to the overarching situation and its enclosed subject matter. Opportunities to feed the audience morsels of hope are shot in a more typical fashion (as being full-screen) and act symbolically like a breath of fresh air coming through a window that takes time, energy, and an immeasurable amount of resources to open. This particular creative choice in addition to the tumultuous relationship between Diane and her son makes ‘Mommy’ what it should be: a claustrophobic kaleidoscope of codependency and chaos. Incoming anecdote ahead - In short’ Mommy’ absolutely broke me in ways that other films typically do not. It is easy to label Diane as being naïve or in denial about Steve’s condition, but it does well to remind ourselves that she is actively dealing with grief and struggling with her role as a parent with a mentally ill child. This leads her to making choices that are outstandingly difficult for her to justify (at least, to herself) and subsequently puts Steve in a position that he ultimately can’t make sense of in that moment. I don’t have a lot of memories that are crystal clear, but I do have one that stays embedded in the farthest corner of my brain. When I was 9 my biological mother was diagnosed with a menagerie of mental health related diagnosis, and soon after moved away from my family for what felt like no reason at the time; I remember running after the car she was in and begging her not to leave with tears and snot dribbling down to my chin. This has resulted in me previously having a lot of anger and animosity towards her which I can now attribute to a large amount of confusion and anxiety related to a lack of awareness about a situation I was incapable of coping with at the time. Steve may have been the mentally ill character, but I connect with him on a level I just can’t begin to logically put into words. For me ‘Mommy’ isn’t simply a movie about a mother coming to terms with the reality of her situation, but is instead a representation of the hardships that come with forgiveness and reconciliation when the possibility of receiving an apology or closure is highly unlikely in the first place. I used to endlessly daydream about the moment my mother would say ‘sorry’ for all of the things she made me feel, and for the better part of what is almost 15 years I avoided having an inkling of a relationship with her because of it. It has continued to grow over the last year and some change and has puts things in a better perspective for me. I never needed the apology. I just needed the closure. And I hope Diane, despite being a completely fictional character, can hypothetically eventually have the ability to know what getting to that point feels like. She deserves it. I would recommend.
My daughter picked this movie out for us to watch. At 1st I wasn't wanting to have to read subtitles but I was so engrossed and engaged with this movie from start to finish. It even had me crying because I can relate to this mother and the situations that she had to deal with with her seriously behaviorally challenged child that she loves very much.
The only Dolan film I had seen previously to this was Tom At The Farm which I preferred over this. For as good as the acting and film making was, Mommy just didn't draw me in the same way and never felt truly invested in the characters. I love Dolan's use of slow motion and music which creates some interesting breaks but at the end of the day there just isn't enough depth to the characters and the story seems kind of superficial though I cannot really point to why. Tom at The Farm had a mood and feeling to it that Mommy failed to capture. Throughout Tom I was continually questioning character motives and choices but not with Mommy. This is not a review for Tom however that film set my expectations for this one I will continue to dive into Dolan's films despite being slightly disappointed with this one. The aspect ratio that was used most of the film for some reason didn't impact me. I didn't feel trapped or closed in like it is apparently supposed to convey but kept questioning whether the format was intentional or not. I realized it was intentional when the format changed to a standard version for a short segment of the film then returned to it's original version. That tool had no impact on my experience other than noticing it which is something that took my attention away from the story. Overall it is a good movie with some highlights that draw true emotion however they seem few and far between. Sorry, not much of a reviewer but thought I would post my impressions.
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Xavier Dolan is fast becoming one of my very favorite writer/directors. I am not exaggerating that statement. He is gritty and he is real and his actors give him all they have to do his movies. I thought that "tom at the farm" was disturbing. I loved that and I loved this movie too. French-Canadian film, yes, subtitles, about a Mom with a troubled child. she has him in some kind of juvy hall, they force him out and she has to take him back. He set a fire that hurt someone. Mostly a 3 person story and those 3 persons are Wonderful. Anne Dorval as Mommy (Die or Diane) Suzanne Clement as the neighbor who tutors and tries to help and the outstanding Antoine Olivier Pilon as Steve the problem son, he is amazing. You feel for all of the people involved and who are trying to make a life against all odds. Keep in mind this is Canada and they have laws that we don't have.
This movie made me uncomfortable. But it made me feel. End was a bit dragged but then made sense. This was art . Just didn’t like the upset feelings I had with some subjects/scenes
Intense is the word that comes to mind. Sadly, if your ear is not accustomed to the intonation and machine gun output of basilectal Québecois, you will miss much of the nuance as the english subtitles are at best an approximation of what is being said. There is a lot going on here and the emotions expressed are complex. Xavier Dolan has guts and talent, he could well be this generations Orson Welles. Time will tell, but this film is a no holds barred take on a subject too often given a PG treatment.
A must watch film. I do not want to give the plot or anything away, so or I will repeat. A must-watch. Great acting.
Don’t care. Watch it! Great movie so much emotion evoked in a different language and not many words said.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Moving and compelling film from one of Canada's best film makers
Xavier Dolan never fails to surprise and entertain and this he continues in this his latest film. He takes as his subject Diane (Die) Després and her teenage son Steve. She has been widowed and her son has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This got worse after his father's death and he became institutionalised. He has now set the canteen afire and injured another boy in the process - so they are kicking him out and that means worse detention or his mother has to look after him. She takes him home and starts the journey of rebuilding their relationship, home schooling and trying to make money. To say any more might spoil the plot and this is a plot worth savouring. It is filmed in 1:1 aspect ratio (very narrow) which makes the film at first annoying and then very claustrophobic. This may have been done to exemplify how focussed or tunnel visioned an ADHD sufferer can be - but I am guessing. It does go widescreen at one point though. The performances are just excellent and this won the Jury Prize at Cannes and it is easy to see why. Anne Dorval (`Heartbeats' and `I Killed my Mother also Dolan films) as `Die' is brilliant and Antoine Olivier- Pilon (`Indochine - College Boy') as Steve has nailed the mood swings and tantrums that are often part of the condition and gives a performance that sparkles with warmth and vibrates with emotion. Now this is a story of three people - more or less - and it is not until the end that you realise just how stunning this film is. This is in French with some English - mostly of the profane variety and runs to just over two hours. Those will be two hours well worth spending and if the narrow aspect annoys at first - as it did me - I would say just stick with it and you will be rewarded with a genuinely moving and original film.
4.0 out of 5 stars
A heartfelt and poignant study of a family trying desperately to cope with ADHD
‘Mommy’ is the 2014 Cannes Jury Prize-winning film from Canadian director Xavier Dolan, charting an unruly teenagers release from a juvenile detention centre in Quebec, Canada. Steve (Antoine-Olivier Pilon) has severe ADHD, and has wrought havoc wherever he goes. The authorities force his equally brash mother Diane (Anne Dorval) to take custody of Steve, changing her life even more dramatically then it already was. Steve careers from one tantrum to another, whilst Die (as she likes to be called) does a terrible job of handling her new situation. Their homelife is like having a couple of grenades living together, its only a matter of time before one of them blows up. They form an unlikely friendship with their neighbour Kyla (Suzanne Clément), a shy, stuttering young woman who is married with a young daughter. She was a teacher, who has her own troubles to work through. A close bond between these 3 lost souls provides the backbone to this film. Typical of Dolan’s previous films ‘Mommy’ is full of melodrama, he fills the screen with Steve and Die’s larger than life personalities. Theirs is a relationship full of full-tilt emotional extremes, but reconciliations are never far away. Thanks to Kyla, Steve does change, as does Die. Her rock-chick dress sense from her 20’s continues unabated into her 40’s, her tired brash persona fools nobody anymore and she too has to change simply to survive. Remarkably, this is Dolan’s fifth film, and he’s still only 25! ‘Mommy’ is often crass, excessive and over-sentimental, but Dolan does have a great empathy for these characters. It is a heartfelt and poignant study of a family trying desperately to cope with everything thats thrown at them, for the sake of themselves and each other. Rating: 7/10
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unsympathetic. Uncomfortable. REAL.
Another incredible, emotional tour de force from the uber-talented Xavier Dolan. Fellow reviewers have said everything else that needs to be said.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Possibly my favourite Xavier Dolan film
A masterpiece, a must-watch, even though it can be extremely difficult to watch in places. This film about family dysfunction, overcoming difficult circumstances and the bonds that are formed in the process will stick with you
4.0 out of 5 stars
Highly recommended. A must see for those who want to make movies.
This film is creatively edited and includes one of my favourite shots of any movie. The 1:1 ratio is used to best effect, and even beyond the technical aspects the acting and writing feels real and engaging. I did remove a star for some pacing issues, cliché plot points and a generic soundtrack, but it's not enough to take away from the characters and visuals.
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The French-Canadian writer, director and actor Xavier Dolan is only 25, but “Mommy,” his fifth feature film in five years, seems like the work of an even younger filmmaker. I mean this, mostly, as a compliment. Stories of adolescence — young adult novels, coming-of-age movies, teenage-targeted television series — are usually the work of adults, and therefore often temper their emotional immediacy with nostalgia, condescension or grown-up wisdom. But “Mommy,” the story of a troubled young man and his mother, seethes and howls with unchecked feeling. Shot in the square, narrow dimensions of a cellphone video, it is a pocket opera of grandiose self-pity, a wild and uncompromising demand for attention, a cri de coeur from the selfie generation.
As such, it courts dismissal, misunderstanding and perhaps even anger. Why does this movie have to be so noisy? So needy? So inconsiderate of the needs of others? Can’t it, just for a minute, mind its manners, clean up its room and behave responsibly? But the film’s ability to provoke such strong negative sentiments and at the same time — even within the same viewer — equally strong feelings of sympathy, solidarity and identification is testament to Mr. Dolan’s talent. To take “Mo
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