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Dear Mother

By Laurent Lafitte

2020

Comedy

1h38

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6.4/10

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3.1/5

Press

2.7/5

Spect.

Synopsis

One day, Jean-Louis discovers that his heart has stopped. He is not dead, can walk and talk, but his heart is no longer beating. With the help of his wife and a friend, he tries to understand the origin of this mystery.

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Community Reviews

Opinions on 'Dear Mother' are sharply divided, reflecting a blend of admiration and discomfort. Some viewers praise the film for its originality, humor, and the strong performances of the cast, particularly appreciating its daring narrative and visual style. However, others find the film's humor unsettling and its themes disturbingly vulgar, criticizing it for its lack of subtlety and depth in character development.

👍 Strong performances and original narrative

👎 Humor may be unsettling and themes disturbing

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Reviews and Comments

4 reviews
Caesar Gergess
Caesarrated ★ 10/10
February 1, 2026

MS
Maxencerated ★ 5/10
January 12, 2026

NP
Nicolasrated ★ 7/10
October 19, 2025

Samuel Mauviard
Samuelrated ★ 6/10
January 6, 2025

Casting

Laurent Lafitte

Laurent Lafitte

Director

Karin Viard

Karin Viard

Valérie Bordier

Vincent Macaigne

Vincent Macaigne

Michel Verdoux

Hélène Vincent

Hélène Vincent

Brigitte Bordier

Nicole Garcia

Nicole Garcia

Margaux

LU

Luca Malinowski

Le travesti

CH

Christine Beauvallet

La mère de Valentine

Juliette Bettencourt

Juliette Bettencourt

Valentine

Jean-Claude Bohbote

Jean-Claude Bohbote

M. Gillet

CH

Charlotte Bienenfeld

Marie de la Rochène

Cédric Leffray

Jean Louis 16 ans

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