The Mother [DVD]

Saw it when it was first broadcast - still compelling to watch with good actors and an interesting storyline. Brilliant.

This is definitely worth seeing... for several reasons. Anne Reid's performance is superb, so if you want to leave the saccharine of "Last Tango in Halifax" behind and voyage further into the sexual/companionship needs of older people, this film will give you plenty of food for thought. Secondly, there's Daniel Craig... enough said, really. This kind of role he took on, before he hit the really big time (and I'm thinking too of movies like "Love Is The Devil", playing opposite the other half of the Last Tango equation, Derek Jacobi), accounts for some of his best work. Then of course you have the Hanif Kureishi/Roger Michell collaboration... always quite dark, exploring adult issues head-on that many film makers go out of their way to squirm away from... but all in a well-constructed, nicely paced way. If you liked "Le Week-End" and "Venus", give this a go without hesitation.

Very good . I thought it was easy watching for a british film, such good actors/actresses. I have passed it onto my friends.

I really enjoyed this film.. if you’re expecting James Bond you will be disappointed but I loved it.. it’s about a mum who nobody seems to notice and just expect her to not have a life when her husband suddenly dies on a trip to London. I’m going to watch again sometime.. it’s 5 stars from me

Starts of well with excellent acting from ann reid and daniel craig.sadly the third act lets the film down when it descends into hysteria and a ridiculous plot line.shame as up until then it was really good.

I have been unable to locate a way to contact anyone to report that when I rec'd my DVD it would not play on my DVD player. After further looking into the internet I found that apparently I am in the WRONG region for this DVD, it can only play on the Computer. I was unable to locate anything on Amazon UK that indicated this situation. I do not watch any DVD on a computer. I was upset that there isn't some kind of explanation when ordering to be aware of the REGION situation. I HAD NEVER HEARD OF THIS REGION stuff before and don't know why I wasn't given the option to order a regular DVD that would play in MY COUNTRY !! After reaching a dead end to getting any help, I sort of gave up and decided I would have to take a loss. If you aren't the right site to assist me, could you forward this? And I was so discouraged that I've wondered if I should order again on Amazon site because of the lack to easily be able to talk to a real Live HUMAN. Anyway, I really just want a DVD that I can watch on my regular DVD of this movie. Thank you for any assistance. mrw

Just because we're older in years, it doesn't mean we older women lose our zest for life. It was great to see a film focus on how a woman of a certain age views herself, her relationships with her children and grandchildren, and how she can come to see the possibilities the world still has to offer. Fabulous ending. The cinematography was stunning, especially the seemingly very simple shots. I'm lucky it was recommended to me or I'd have missed a real treat.

On time and a great flim

wonderful movie

In watching this movie you must connect with the mother and view things from her perspective; the way her children respond to her, or not. Put yourself in her shoes and see the loneliness. Be mature enough to put yourself in her shoes. I commend Ms. Reid for being bold enough, and professional, in portraying the character of The Mother. Totally enjoyed this movie.

Une très belle histoire. Dans la grande lignée des productions britanniques de qualité. Superbement interprétée par les 2 acteurs principaux. David Craig campe un personnage très humain. Anne Reid est d'une justesse dans un rôle pas évident à tenir. Première fois qu'elle jouait dévêtue et qui plus est âgée alors de 65 ans. Très jolies scènes. Il faut bien sûr être ouvert à ce genre de films ou accepter d'être surpris. Je recommande ce film à tous, mais... soit on aime, soit on déteste.

After failed attempts at finding this movie in stores I ordered it thru amazon and it was worth making the purchase. This was a new side to Daniel Craig and the lead female character (Anne Reid) has a rebirth of sorts in his presence...I really enjoyed this movie.

May et son mari (la soxantaine) font un petit voyage à Londres pour rendre visite à leurs enfants. D'abord Bobby, marié et père de famille, ensuite Paula, mère célibataire. La soirée se passe mal chez Paula : le père a des douleurs d'estomac. On le retrouve à l'hôpital, et May devient veuve. Ne pouvant rester seule dans sa maison de banlieue ("Je serai comme tous les vieillards du coin et on me mettra à l'asile") elle retourne squatter ses enfants. Passant de l'un à l'autre, elle fait la connaissance de Darren (Daniel Craig) qui, lui aussi, va du fils à la fille faire des travaux de menuiserie chez eux. Elle s'aperçoit très vite que Paula et lui sont amants. Une aventure sexuelle va s'amorcer entre elle et Darren, et la rivalité mère-fille va devenir de plus en plus oppressante Ce film produit par la BBC pourrait être d'une banalité écoeurante, comme on nous en sert tous les soirs à la télé (problèmes de couples et décryptage du malaise entre jeunes et vieux) s'il n'y avait la présence écrasante de Daniel Craig. Cet acteur possède un charisme comme on n'en avait pas vu depuis Marlon Brando. Aussi à l'aise dans le blockbuster (il est formidable dans le récent "Cowboys et Aliens") que dans le film intimiste ("Love is the Devil" où il est l'amant de Francis Bacon) c'est la meilleure révélation de ces dix dernières années. Pour lui et Anne Reid, qui est une Mother toute en finesse, ce film est un mélo d'une grande justesse.