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6There's no shortage of talent in this ensemble drama about the bond between mothers and their children.
Read full review at Empire
8Rodrigo Garcia has made his career with films sympathetic to the feelings of women, and his "Mother and Child" is so emotionally affecting because it is concerned only with their feelings.
Read full review at Roger Ebert
7...a film whose focus - slowly and movingly - shifts to capturing the cost of running too far for too long.
Read full review at The A.V. Club
7...en film af en type, som er sjældne at finde med en stærk Hollywood-besætning foran kameraet...
Read full review at CinemazoneCast & Crew
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mother and Child about? 
Mother and Child is a poignant drama that explores the complexities of motherhood, adoption, and the unbreakable bonds between families. The film follows the interconnected lives of three women, each with their own unique struggles and triumphs. Karen, a physical therapist, has been haunted by her decision to give up her daughter for adoption 35 years ago. Elizabeth, a successful lawyer, grapples with her own identity and sense of belonging after being adopted as a child. Lucy, a baker unable to conceive naturally, pursues adoption but faces a series of challenges along the way. Through their journeys, the film delves into themes of love, loss, forgiveness—ultimately celebrating life’s triumphs over adversity.
What movies are similar to Mother and Child?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Mother and Child include Before We Go, Georgia Rule, The Lucky One, Step Up, Stranger Than Fiction, About Time.
When was Mother and Child released in theaters?
Mother and Child was released in theaters on November 7, 2009.
