mother!
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: September 15, 2017
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Butterbean1Sep 25, 2017
Contrary to what some of the critics are saying, anyone with a rudimentary knowledge of Bible themes would 'understand' this poor excuse for a film. I didn't like it because it's just not very good. I was undecided about Aronofsky as aContrary to what some of the critics are saying, anyone with a rudimentary knowledge of Bible themes would 'understand' this poor excuse for a film. I didn't like it because it's just not very good. I was undecided about Aronofsky as a filmmaker, but having seen Noah and mother! I'm convinced he's a fraud.… Expand
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nedykenSep 15, 2017
Once you get the idea of who "mother" and "him" are, it starts to feel very repetitive and heavy-handed. I can't say I really enjoyed any part of watching it.
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Localhost127Sep 17, 2017
The movie is basically Aronofsky self-fellating for two hours while Jennifer Lawrence looks on confused, braless in a thin white T-shirt. The movie is the product of drug-fueled, idle egoism. We get it Donnie Darko. If this was his firstThe movie is basically Aronofsky self-fellating for two hours while Jennifer Lawrence looks on confused, braless in a thin white T-shirt. The movie is the product of drug-fueled, idle egoism. We get it Donnie Darko. If this was his first movie: maybe. But that fact that this came out of an established individual means this is basically all he's got to give creatively. It's not just that the points he's trying to make aren't that interesting or impactful. Its couple with the fact that the movie just isn't filmed or edited all that well. There is no dynamic blocking and loads of sloppy post processing. The movie plays like a comic book and it is not a stylistic choice.

Jennifer Lawrence can't act.… Expand
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lennycliff123Sep 17, 2017
I think opinions about mother! are divided because audiences will fall into one of two camps: those that believe that Darren Aronofsky is some sort of genius visionary and those that don't. I fall into the latter camp, and only went to seeI think opinions about mother! are divided because audiences will fall into one of two camps: those that believe that Darren Aronofsky is some sort of genius visionary and those that don't. I fall into the latter camp, and only went to see the movie out of morbid curiosity to see what all the fuss is about. All I can say is I wish I hadn't bothered. The word 'pretentious' has been used a lot and it's fitting. If there's any justice, Aronofsky shouldn't be let near a movie set again.… Expand
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yadevolSep 18, 2017
Trash is one thing. Trash masquerading as something profound, even art is something else. mother! is the worst kind of movie; one that draws the viewer in on a promise that it doesn't fulfill. Contender for worst movie of this century {so far}.
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HannahKSep 16, 2017
It's hard to adequately put in to words how awful mother! is and I only saw it because I
won tickets to an advance screening. This should be up for a Razzie; no kidding. .Aronofsky is NOT a visionary, he is as someone else put it, aIt's hard to adequately put in to words how awful mother! is and I only saw it because I
won tickets to an advance screening. This should be up for a Razzie; no kidding. .Aronofsky is NOT a visionary, he is as someone else put it, a charlatan.

I hope this bombs at the box office and gives everyone involved pause for thought.… Expand
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Brent_MarchantSep 16, 2017
Pretentious! Obvious! Crap! There -- I said it flat out, with the same kind of in-your-face, virtually nonstop barrage of disgusting imagery that makes up much of the content of this over-the-top exercise in cinematic self-indulgence. DespitePretentious! Obvious! Crap! There -- I said it flat out, with the same kind of in-your-face, virtually nonstop barrage of disgusting imagery that makes up much of the content of this over-the-top exercise in cinematic self-indulgence. Despite several fine performances (particularly Michelle Pfeiffer) and an inventive production design, these assets can't save this morass of religious cliche mixed with contemporary social commentary. See this one at your peril lest you come away from it saying "There's two hours of my life I'll never get back."… Expand
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saucyninja007Sep 18, 2017
I really wanted to like "Mother!" since the director has made films that I absolutely adore, such as Pi, The Fountain, and The Wrestler. I even liked parts of "Requiem for a Dream" and "Black Swan." It is sad when you compare the likes ofI really wanted to like "Mother!" since the director has made films that I absolutely adore, such as Pi, The Fountain, and The Wrestler. I even liked parts of "Requiem for a Dream" and "Black Swan." It is sad when you compare the likes of "Mother!" to these other films.

The only thing shocking about "Mother!" is how bland it is. You know when you get a joke but you still don't find it funny? Well, I understood the message and allegory of "Mother!" but didn't find it interesting or thought provoking in any way at all. The film is so bad that it doesn't even deserve to be called pretentious because that would imply an ounce of ambition or vision on the directors part. It doesn't help that "Mother!" has the subtlety of a ten ton hammer and doesn't even add an original spin on its retelling of the bible.

Some movies are too smart for their audiences and don't deserve the hatred they receive. "Mother!" is not one of them. It is the art-house equivalent of a Transformers film. It deserves to be hated and it deserves to fail. Only gets a 2/10 because I generally like the director.… Expand
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namelessSep 15, 2017
Arofonsky is channeling David Lynch. If you like David Lynch movies then this one is for you. Pensive expressions, things get worse, more pensive expressions (which Lawrence now uses exclusively in place of actually acting as she did inArofonsky is channeling David Lynch. If you like David Lynch movies then this one is for you. Pensive expressions, things get worse, more pensive expressions (which Lawrence now uses exclusively in place of actually acting as she did in American Hustle), shouting, things are not what they seem and pasts we can't escape.… Expand
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lenny68Sep 16, 2017
After the travesty that was Noah, I thought Aronofsky might be back on form with mother!. How wrong I was. Of course there will be those that argue that I just don't get it, but really, what is there to 'get'? It may be open to many differentAfter the travesty that was Noah, I thought Aronofsky might be back on form with mother!. How wrong I was. Of course there will be those that argue that I just don't get it, but really, what is there to 'get'? It may be open to many different interpretations but the viewer needs to be invested enough to care what it all might mean. I just wasn't. I'm calling you out Aronofky. You are a charlatan sir.… Expand
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udroiuSep 17, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nobody will "Check the spoiler" box. This movie is a waste of time and there is literally nothing to this movie to understand or appreciate. I only stayed to the end to see if the montage of theatrics somehow had some meaningful message, climax or ANYTHING at the end. I was not just sadly disappointed, but the end was surprisingly worse than the beginning and middle. But there really wasn't a "beginning" or "middle". It was just **** thrown together on a screen. Shame on you metacritic for your lie of 7+ on this. You know this is utter trash.… Expand
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allisonjane65Sep 16, 2017
There's mot much I can add to the other negative reviews here. I wish I had walked out but was curious to see just how bad it could get. In that respect I wasn't disappointed. Pretentious twaddle of the worst kind.
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WatchMyShortzSep 15, 2017
I'm not the kind of person that usually gives 10/10 scores on Metacritic, or even in general, but Mother! is easily my favourite film of the year. It was a captivating, dark, cynical story about love that truly left me unsettled and in aweI'm not the kind of person that usually gives 10/10 scores on Metacritic, or even in general, but Mother! is easily my favourite film of the year. It was a captivating, dark, cynical story about love that truly left me unsettled and in awe for hours after I'd seen it. Jennifer Lawrence gives a strong performance in the leading role, and Aronofsky's direction puts us right in her shoes as we experience every step of her intense journey. It's sure to piss of a lot of casual filmgoers and it's not for the faint-hearted, but as someone who loves film and appreciates directors that try new things, Mother! is my favourite film of the year so far, followed by It Comes At Night and Dunkirk… Expand
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aceshop3Sep 15, 2017
On-the-nose, abandons a performer in Jennifer Lawrence to play a doe-eyed five year old that strains credulity. This film is an example of art made by a director whose world-view I generally agree with—I think the allegorical idea isOn-the-nose, abandons a performer in Jennifer Lawrence to play a doe-eyed five year old that strains credulity. This film is an example of art made by a director whose world-view I generally agree with—I think the allegorical idea is fascinating—but the art he eventually produced has the effect of taking an allegory and pounding you over the head with it till you scream "Stop!" or "Please!" or "No!" which is, ironically, pretty much the dialogue Lawrence is saddled with.… Expand
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DaydreamInBlueSep 20, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mother! is a disturbingly brilliant film by Darren Aronofsky with terrific performances by Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem. The religious/mother nature allegory within the film was completely unexpected but welcomed with its beautiful execution. In a way, Mother! reminds me of the creepy, unsettling nature of Kubrick's 'The Shining', focusing on the characters and the environment in which they live as a means of building tension and suspense... Definitely one of the most intense movies I've ever had the pleasure of seeing.… Expand
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BHBarrySep 16, 2017
“Mother” was written and directed by Darren Aronofsky so at least we can lay the blame for one of the worst pictures I have ever had the misfortune of viewing in many years. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris and Michelle“Mother” was written and directed by Darren Aronofsky so at least we can lay the blame for one of the worst pictures I have ever had the misfortune of viewing in many years. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris and Michelle Pfeiffer, this film isn’t worthy of the time it takes to write this review except that, by giving an honest summary of it, others will hopefully be dissuaded from going to see it and that I will consider my good deed for the week. It’s difficult to characterize this movie without using such adjectives as insane, unrealistic, absurd and mostly acts of exreme overkill and violence. Much like some modern art pieces, there are some misguided folks who may see allegories and analogies to life in this cinematic disaster but for this viewer, at least, I saw nothing more than ridiculous manifestations of bad writing and directing with supposed horror scenes so bad that, instead of being fear provoking, made them almost laughable. It would have been funnier had I not wasted an evening watching the movie instead of some bad television at home. I give this poorly executed effort by Mr. Aronofsky a one rating, and that goes solely to Ms. Lawrence’s efforts on the film’s behalf. Simply stated this is the “Mother” of bad movies” and deserves your firm boycott of this insult to the viewing audience.… Expand
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ProteusSep 15, 2017
If you like pacing done by a crackhead and lighting by Stevie Wonders less sighted brother this movie is for you. I can't go on and list the next 100 reasons not to see this movie. Shaky camera shots throughout will make many nauseous forIf you like pacing done by a crackhead and lighting by Stevie Wonders less sighted brother this movie is for you. I can't go on and list the next 100 reasons not to see this movie. Shaky camera shots throughout will make many nauseous for days afterwards. Do something, anything else than attend this movie. Thank you… Expand
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nellmaSep 16, 2017
Possibly one of the worst movies I have ever seen...a distinction that The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) has held in our house for 35 years. Tedious, pompous, pretentious claptrap. No attention to continuity, character or plot development.Possibly one of the worst movies I have ever seen...a distinction that The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) has held in our house for 35 years. Tedious, pompous, pretentious claptrap. No attention to continuity, character or plot development. Why bother? The fools who paid to see this movie are prominently featured throughout. We know exactly what Aronofsky thinks of his "fans." The house is wonderful though.… Expand
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moviemitch96Sep 15, 2017
Well, congratulations to this film! I've honestly never walked out of a movie before in my life...until now! I honestly don't even want to get into this God-awful travesty of a film! All you need to know is that it has absolutely no plot andWell, congratulations to this film! I've honestly never walked out of a movie before in my life...until now! I honestly don't even want to get into this God-awful travesty of a film! All you need to know is that it has absolutely no plot and no sense of direction whatsoever! I'm still trying to decide if what I've just witnessed is one of the worst films I've ever seen or if it was simply director Darren Aronofsky's worst shroom/acid trip that he once had and decided to conceive into a film and force upon us poor audience members! Either way, it's one of the most miserable, unforgivable, and disgusting experiences I've had at the theater in a loooooooooong time!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
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cag345Sep 19, 2017
This movie is brilliant in all the senses. It cannot be horror as the trailer presented it but it's a clear criticism of the religion and the impact that humans have on the planet earth. We need to celebrate this kind of risk that only a fewThis movie is brilliant in all the senses. It cannot be horror as the trailer presented it but it's a clear criticism of the religion and the impact that humans have on the planet earth. We need to celebrate this kind of risk that only a few amount of directors are taking to elevate the cinema. Aronofsky is a director, who gave us brilliant films like requiem for a dream and black swan, and with mother! he doesn't disappoint. Lawrence performance is good (excellent choice of casting), all the members of the crew and all the elements involved in this movie, make it a masterpiece… Expand
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marco34laSep 16, 2017
What an absolute waste of time. This was THE most annoying movie I have ever seen in my life. Folks, do yourself a favor and skip this one. Three people walked out of the theatre mid-way through and I forced myself to stay to the annoying andWhat an absolute waste of time. This was THE most annoying movie I have ever seen in my life. Folks, do yourself a favor and skip this one. Three people walked out of the theatre mid-way through and I forced myself to stay to the annoying and unresolved end.… Expand
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Rebecca31Sep 16, 2017
We all know Darren Aronofsky. Remember Black Swan. Wasn’t that great? Didn’t you just love it? So step right up and see the new Darren Aronofsky movie. It’s so weird and highly controversial, you can’t not see it. It’s Darren Aronofsky so goWe all know Darren Aronofsky. Remember Black Swan. Wasn’t that great? Didn’t you just love it? So step right up and see the new Darren Aronofsky movie. It’s so weird and highly controversial, you can’t not see it. It’s Darren Aronofsky so go see Mother! Why not? Well I’ll tell you why not. I like weird and I’d like to think I can tolerate a bit of controversy but damn, even I have a limit. I don’t think I will ever be able to adequately describe how truly terrible Mother! is but I’ll give it my best shot.
It’s not that Mother! offended me, or shocked me. I’ve seen far more shocking scenes in movies (looking at you Martyrs) but Mother! has no plot, no narrative, no music, the cinematography doesn’t exist, and the cameraman forgot how to zoom out. There is no sign of any direction. Seriously if this didn’t have Aronofsky’s name on it I doubt it would have even got a cinema release. But wait there’s more, Jennifer Lawrence is giving the worst performance of her career. There’s no script. There is nothing good about Mother! So Darren Aronofsky if your sole goal was to get a reaction well then you’ve sure done it. But a movie so lazy and tiresome comes at a cost. I’ve lost all respect for you as a director and your name means nothing anymore. The only reason I didn’t walk out was the desperate hope that it will eventually get good. I wouldn’t want to walk out only to miss the point, the dramatic conclusion. I’ve watched this much I have to see it through right? Well as I’ve sat through all 121 minutes and without giving away spoilers (not that I could even if I wanted to) I can safely say this movie is not worth sitting through. So don’t go see Mother! It doesn’t deserve your time or your money. I’ve told you to skip Mother! but if you decide the curiosity will get the better of you then best of luck, just remember you can’t un-watch it! Ever! I don't often give zero ratings but Mother! definitely deserves it.… Expand
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julius98Sep 17, 2017
I think this movie deserves an 8 or 9 out of 10, but mark it at a 10 to counteract all the stupid criticism this movie has garnered. Yes, it's a criticism of religion. Yes, it went completely overboard, but goddamnit, this is a superb movie,I think this movie deserves an 8 or 9 out of 10, but mark it at a 10 to counteract all the stupid criticism this movie has garnered. Yes, it's a criticism of religion. Yes, it went completely overboard, but goddamnit, this is a superb movie, from the theme to the acting to the camera shots and even the dialogue. Where it struggles is in pacing, but the mere fact that someone patched together this bunch of madness into such a good movie more than makes up for it. Go into the movie expecting disturbing visuals, but come out pondering what life on earth is.… Expand
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mfallikSep 16, 2017
I haven't seen a movie that left me so emotionally and intellectually stimulated since Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. This film is like nothing I've ever seen, and I just can't seem to get it out of my head. Don't go in thinkingI haven't seen a movie that left me so emotionally and intellectually stimulated since Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. This film is like nothing I've ever seen, and I just can't seem to get it out of my head. Don't go in thinking you're going to see a horror film. Be prepared to analyze dense allegorical content, and be prepared to read a lot afterward to better understand it. Just brilliant.… Expand
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ajl96Sep 16, 2017
This is Aronofsky's rage project. A film that needs to be seen to believed. People will either hate it or love it (I loved it), but one thing is for sure, it is unforgettable. Masterful performances (especially Jennifer Lawrence), direction,This is Aronofsky's rage project. A film that needs to be seen to believed. People will either hate it or love it (I loved it), but one thing is for sure, it is unforgettable. Masterful performances (especially Jennifer Lawrence), direction, cinematography, SOUND DESIGN make this a wholly cinematic experience.… Expand
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gerry6992Sep 15, 2017
Crazy-good! Arofonsky is such a visionary director. This movie will likely polarize the audience, but it's impossible not to recognize his amazing talent. Lawrence is incredible as well. Perfect combo.
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tuna37Sep 16, 2017
I walked out of Mother deeply shocked. There were people standing around outside the theater looking dazed and confused. And then I realized just how familiar this stunned state is. This is the madness we are living each day; pausing beforeI walked out of Mother deeply shocked. There were people standing around outside the theater looking dazed and confused. And then I realized just how familiar this stunned state is. This is the madness we are living each day; pausing before hitting the refresh button on the news webpages, not sure if we are ready for the violence, devastation and pure narcissistic greed visited upon us each day. Just when it seems like things can't get worse: as in the film,,they do. Great film making. Thanks Darren Aronofsky for the experience of art and reality in the cinema again. Thanks for connecting me with what has been buried so deep. WARNING: for the Saturday night movie goer, this is definitely not a date movie.… Expand
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dramaxandraSep 15, 2017
I saw it last night and really liked that movie. It is not like anything you´ve seen before. A story about a couple and their house as well as about the universe, earth, mankind. It´s former title "Day 6" is telling a bit more what it is allI saw it last night and really liked that movie. It is not like anything you´ve seen before. A story about a couple and their house as well as about the universe, earth, mankind. It´s former title "Day 6" is telling a bit more what it is all about, I think. The idea is truly unique and hopefully this movie will make people talk and think and talk again... and then maybe think a bit more of what they can do for our future on earth. And while doing that they can enjoy absolutely magnificent performances by all actors, but mostly by Jennifer Lawrence and Michelle Pfeiffer. Both of them were absolutely Oscar-worthy looking at what I´ve seen this year so far.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 25, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a relatively frenetic film, with lots of shaky camerawork, quite fast paced scenes of initially domesticity but then something goes wrong. Jennifer Lawrence I thought did quite well as the clearly anxious wife, very much sensing things are going to go badly wrong and having to deal with the situation she finds herself in. This is less of a jumpscare heavy sort of a horror film and more of a slightly spooky film with a heavy emphasis on symbols and how you interpret things. There is a fair bit of blood shown across some scenes, so be aware of that. There's also some hushed dialogue which was a bit hard to follow in full, which may frustrate some. I'd say its fairly atmospheric. The tone of voice of some of the male characters is definitely...frustrating and borderline creepy possibly. I imagine a lot of women could relate to the feeling of loss of control, loss of space and privacy that's portrayed in this film. Javier Bardem also gives a pretty decent performance in this claustrophobic film. It won't be a film that will appeal to all and I felt it seemed a bit ludicrous when pace wise it headed towards the last quarter or so but overall its relatively good for what it is, so I suppose I would recommend it, yes.… Expand
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risonyeongJul 6, 2021
at last i have seen the 'masterpiece'. better than i expected. if it's an allegory for mother earth and her tortured life of being abused, even by her maker 'the poet'.
i would not think it's very bad as the acting compensated for theat last i have seen the 'masterpiece'. better than i expected. if it's an allegory for mother earth and her tortured life of being abused, even by her maker 'the poet'.
i would not think it's very bad as the acting compensated for the craziness and the mess has a lot of meaning to contemplate on. i thought it's more coherent than Tenet....
many things were thrown in including the sacrifice of the son? very disturbing but definitely the message got thro.
so many things comes to mind, rosemary baby, green zone war scene, pan's labyrinth....
have an open mind... not so bad.... so glad michelle is back as witches of eastwick... remember?… Expand
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BroyaxApr 14, 2020
Aronofsky fait des films bizarres mais le plus souvent tellement bizarres qu'ils sont simplement mauvais et si mauvais qu'on arrive pas à y croire, d'où cette impression bizarre... Alors que lorsqu'on regarde bien, lorsqu'on regarde mieux, onAronofsky fait des films bizarres mais le plus souvent tellement bizarres qu'ils sont simplement mauvais et si mauvais qu'on arrive pas à y croire, d'où cette impression bizarre... Alors que lorsqu'on regarde bien, lorsqu'on regarde mieux, on voit bien qu'il fait dans ces cas-là de la merde, de la vraie merde sur laquelle iront se branler quelques pignoufs de Télérama et d'autres étudiants en histoire de l'art du cinéma ouzbèke et afghano-pakistanais.

Alors ici, on est pas dans Requiem ou Noé, on est dans la même merde que Black Swan par exemple... ce qui signifie un ennui si épais qu'il faut le découper au couteau... alors qu'on se demande à quoi ça rime ce bordel à chier et ça rime à quoi, cher Darren, ce putain de bordel à cul que t'as foutu ?...

Seule la curiosité permet de tenir à peu près la moitié... sans passer à l'avance rapide. Et encore, c'est parce que Michelle m'a bien fait rire (avec Ed Harris, ils font un beau couple du troisième âge, il faut dire !). Mais le reste... et Jennifer Lawrence hélas... toujours aussi mauvaise ! mais bonnasse quand même, certes (et on est parfois récompensé mais pas autant que sur son téléphone... certes !).

Et le reste du film, eh bien euh... ça se traîne lamentablement comme un tocard en panne d'inspiration... et devinez qui est ce tocard pas inspiré ? c'est Darren Aronofsky qui a meublé, illustré sa vacuité avec du remplissage de vide et d'inepties pendant deux heures ! rembourse le temps perdu, espèce d'enculé !… Expand
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mrpeekingMay 1, 2022
Der Film ist langweilig und regt nur auf. Jennifer Lawrence ist nur dämlich in dem Film und lässt sich auf der Nase rumtanzen. Mit dem Film hat sie sich keinen Gefallen getan. Nur schlecht
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fussbucketDec 23, 2017
"Pure egotism" and "Self-indulgent tripe." Using the reviews from the Simpsons episode where Mr. Burns submits an art house film called "A Star is Burns" is the best way to describe this.
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gab_colomSep 4, 2018
This movie was filled with twisted violence and symbolism, which, when combined with religion, can be truly bizarre. It uses people's fear of the unknown against them. The intruders have no logic or goal. They just come up with new ways to beThis movie was filled with twisted violence and symbolism, which, when combined with religion, can be truly bizarre. It uses people's fear of the unknown against them. The intruders have no logic or goal. They just come up with new ways to be terrible. What frustrated me about it were the numerous comparisons to different topics like the earth or the bible. Because even the writer had no definitive answer. Its just chaos and insanity for the sake of it.… Expand
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MiserDDSep 23, 2018
Let a bunch of big name actors have a say in a movie and you get "art" that is so bad no one wants to watch it. Actors should stay out of politics and movie direction because they posion everything they touch. Worst movie of the century!!!
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kirsten123Oct 9, 2017
Bad beyond words. I resent some of the comments implying that if you don't like this film you're not intelligent enough to 'get' it. The Biblical allegory is so blatantly obvious it's laughable.

If you want to see a film of epic proportionsBad beyond words. I resent some of the comments implying that if you don't like this film you're not intelligent enough to 'get' it. The Biblical allegory is so blatantly obvious it's laughable.

If you want to see a film of epic proportions which is much more thought provoking , go and see Blade Runner 2049.… Expand
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my02Aug 28, 2018
OMG, what a painful mess. I kept wondering what went through Jennifer Lawrence's mind, showing up every day to shoot this. Everything is pageant-y. The FX are B-movie-ish....maybe C. The conflict grows & grows to ridiculous levels like a SethOMG, what a painful mess. I kept wondering what went through Jennifer Lawrence's mind, showing up every day to shoot this. Everything is pageant-y. The FX are B-movie-ish....maybe C. The conflict grows & grows to ridiculous levels like a Seth Rogan penis joke bit that just won't end. This movie could've actually been done well, but it takes more than EVERY SINGLE SHOT MUST BE PICTURESQUE, ARTSY & PRETENTIOUS AS IT FOLLOWS JENNIFER LAWRENCE'S FACE THROUGH THE HOUSE, which is just distracting.........room to room to porch to room to room (repeat).

1 bit of hope : Kristen Wigg finally enters! (Wait, what? Yes, I know, I know..) Her 30 seconds of lines, total, were of course great. But that hope is lost as the movie only takes a further nosedive into, seriously (I think), Tarantino-grind-core ridiculous grotesque territory (see: From Dusk Till Dawn)

The movie's concept could've been cool....but this wasn't......like at all.… Expand
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MandaKMay 1, 2018
Sure the acting was alright. I believed them. But the IN YOUR FACE metaphor was laughable. It was a joke. This movie was so pretentious I almost couldn't finish it. It is trying so hard to be shocking it makes me sick. I will never watch thisSure the acting was alright. I believed them. But the IN YOUR FACE metaphor was laughable. It was a joke. This movie was so pretentious I almost couldn't finish it. It is trying so hard to be shocking it makes me sick. I will never watch this movie again and am thinking twice about watching anything Darren Aronofsky is a part of.… Expand
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TiduraesNov 18, 2018
Not sure if it is the worst movie ever made, but it is for sure the most pointless.
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Movie3Jul 15, 2018
I know people will like bible-bashing, but this was overkill. Those last 40 minutes were totally way too far! And I didn't see any appeal to this movie. Half the time we're just following "mother" walk around the house, while the rest of theI know people will like bible-bashing, but this was overkill. Those last 40 minutes were totally way too far! And I didn't see any appeal to this movie. Half the time we're just following "mother" walk around the house, while the rest of the film is a total confusion bust if you don't know a thing about Genesis (which they totally screwed over). But hey, atheists will continue making movies on what they don't really know about I guess.… Expand
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realmc26Jun 16, 2018
There is lots going on in Mother and plenty of layers and allegory which are so obvious as to bludgeon you over the head but at it's heart it's a vile disturbing movie. Perhaps something for film students to mull over but at it's essence it'sThere is lots going on in Mother and plenty of layers and allegory which are so obvious as to bludgeon you over the head but at it's heart it's a vile disturbing movie. Perhaps something for film students to mull over but at it's essence it's a bleak, disturbing mess. Although Jennifer Lawrence is excellent and convincing. Unless your into film at it's most bleak art form avoid this like the plague.… Expand
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GabiGabiAug 22, 2018
I really don't understand how people could like this movie: it is just a mess! It goes in all directions, it is like every time the writer has an idea he put it in the scenario.

So, ok maybe they are trying to give multiple messages, someI really don't understand how people could like this movie: it is just a mess! It goes in all directions, it is like every time the writer has an idea he put it in the scenario.

So, ok maybe they are trying to give multiple messages, some may say that it is good because it is not like other hollywood movies but at the end, no message is really given and at the end of the film it is just pure confusion.

Very disappointing, just another intellectual/ego masturbation.… Expand
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IttiacesSep 24, 2017
This movie is incredibly strange. I like Darren Aronofsky as a director so was really hoping for an enjoyable movie-going experience. Everything was progressing well for the first half. I remember thinking to myself, actually, this isn't soThis movie is incredibly strange. I like Darren Aronofsky as a director so was really hoping for an enjoyable movie-going experience. Everything was progressing well for the first half. I remember thinking to myself, actually, this isn't so bad. Then the entire story descended into complete and utter madness. It became a non-sensical, chaotic mess. People around me were laughing, and I couldn't criticise them for it! It's a real shame because the cast as a whole is quite good, although Jennifer Lawrence has the same gormless expression throughout. I think Aronofsky tried to be a little too intellectual with this. It felt very self-indulgent and egotistical as a piece of work. It's definitely unnerving but also frustrating and confusing which doesn't make it an easy watch by any means. At the same time, it's overwrought with religious allegory and moral overtones. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend this to anyone except for sheer curiosity. If you're going to see it anyway, then I recommend waiting until you can do it at home so at least you can pause it, forward it or just stop when you've had enough. Very disappointing.… Expand
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johnem95Oct 3, 2017
"mother!" is a metaphorical movie with completely obvious metaphors (those related to religion are especially so). It's also a movie that clocks in at just under 2 hours, but feels at least 4 hours long.
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PhrogressDec 25, 2017
un completo bodrio, un film que no deja claro que quiere contar o a que quiere llegar. 2 horas completas de un drama exageradamente incomodo y confuso. Lametablemente un film que no recomendaria.
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KevincorvetteMar 9, 2019
Most pretentious movie of all time, and the worst I have seen in a long time. This movie is a complete and utter mess. It’s shocking that Jennifer Laurence agreed to be part of this garbage and I have subsequently lost respect for her. ThisMost pretentious movie of all time, and the worst I have seen in a long time. This movie is a complete and utter mess. It’s shocking that Jennifer Laurence agreed to be part of this garbage and I have subsequently lost respect for her. This movie is a cringy mess from start to finish. I ended up guessing the point of the pretentious narrative around 3/4 of the way through the movie and still hated it.… Expand
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paltareinaNov 13, 2021
It's definitely a masterpiece. Jennifer Lawrence gives the best performance of her career. With each new viewing you get to notice more and more things
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TheQuietGamerOct 6, 2018
Worst. Houseguests. EVER.

I spent the majority of the movie in a state of perpetual confusion. It's a challenging piece of cinema and in more ways than one. The content can be downright horrifying and it in no way holds your hand when tryingWorst. Houseguests. EVER.

I spent the majority of the movie in a state of perpetual confusion. It's a challenging piece of cinema and in more ways than one. The content can be downright horrifying and it in no way holds your hand when trying to decipher what all of it means. It proves that Darren Aronofsky is not just a filmmaker, but an artist. As problematic as mother! can be, I appreciate him for creating something so provocative.

The reason the film is so divisive is because it can be interpreted in a myriad of different ways. Everything is very symbolic. It's also an extremely harsh movie. It's graphic content is both the intelligent, mature work of a tortured soul and the profane temper tantrum of a petulant child. Pretentious, puerile, and poignant.

By the time the movie ended I had already changed my interpretation of it several times before forming my own conclusion. Of course I did end up looking up what the film is actually supposed to be about (I just had to know) and found out I was totally wrong. I had picked up on some of the symbolism, but walked away with something totally different for the final message. I don't feel discouraged by this though. I like that it spoke to me in it's own way. That's what makes it good. You may not enjoy mother!. Could end up walking away thinking it's nothing more than a bunch of pretentious, vulgar trash. But at least it will make you feel something and in a way that only art can.… Expand
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BOWiMay 25, 2021
I cannot think of this film as anything other than an artistic object drawing its energy from violence against women. Black Swan was similar, but more tolerable. I liked Noah a lot though, and I'm not a Christian. Honestly, I think theI cannot think of this film as anything other than an artistic object drawing its energy from violence against women. Black Swan was similar, but more tolerable. I liked Noah a lot though, and I'm not a Christian. Honestly, I think the character of the artist is Darren Aronofsky. Either this man is psychologically amoral, or he is just plain immoral. What I mean by that is that it looks like this is a work of art "for the sake of art", which uses women to shock.… Expand
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meydianarizki21Oct 18, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Trigger Warning

"You never loved me. You only loved how I loved you." ---mother (Jennifer Lawrence) to Him (Javier Bardem)

Directed by Darren Aronofsky ("Black Swan" and "Requiem for a Dream") "mother!" is possibly the darkest, most disturbing movie I have ever seen.

It is absolutely one of the most affecting.

Reviews have been mixed, to put it nicely. But I think the theme of "mother!" terrifies some people so much that they choose to be perplexed by it rather than allow themselves to even think about what Aronofsky is suggesting.

My take on the film is that it is about God, humans, and our respective relationships with creation and the creative process.

Humans are trying to create Heaven on Earth, and God is....well....God created our ability to create. "mother!" is about the futility of OUR attempts.

It is about nihilism.

It is the abyss, looking back at us.

Congratulations to Darren Aronofsky: He got it on film.… Expand
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Flyingsquid1999Oct 16, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Too graphic. There is a horrific scene of a group of people KILLING and EATING A NEWBORN BABY! Absolutely disgusting!!… Expand
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TimewikingOct 30, 2020
The movies was okay. I enjoyed the act and the story but some parts were so obvious.
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D1m4eJan 23, 2022
what a dumbstertruck this movie was the writer should lay of the drugs and idk go seek help
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AlbusDBanditJun 24, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While most reviews consist of cheap shots at this movie about its lack of horror as it is classified as such, nobody seems to understand the true meaning behind why this movie was created and why it deserves in my opinion, such a high one. Although I can see many cannot comprehend it, for myself it was obvious the film is a comprehensive allegory for the bible, and poses as what I believe is an anti religion stance. While some say it is a chaotic movie with no direction, when relating scenarios to the bible, it all falls into place. "Him" is God, he creates beautiful work, and brings in worshippers and disciples. The two guests in the beginning are Adam and Eve. You can see as "God" directs them not to touch the glass figure, "Eve" does anyway and drops it. "God" banishes them from the study- or Eden - and the guests hurry out. Then, we can see two brothers - Cain and Able - fight for space in the will. This can be related to Cain's birthright, which he kills Able for and flees, just as the Eldest son kills his brother and flees. All throughout the film, each act corresponds with the biblical timeline and of course ends in Armageddon or the apocalypse, and "god" is all alone with his mediocre creation destroyed because of his need for admiration. This movie is made is a commentary on how if god is in fact real, his actions show that his love for worshippers is artificial, and the only genuine love he has is for the praise he gets.… Expand
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DQ_SlotkinsSep 21, 2017
That was the worst movie I've seen in decades. I didn't believe the negative reviews, so I went to see for myself ... and it was worse than I had expected. Aronofsky must be stopped. An awful, awful, self-indulgent display of self-hatred.That was the worst movie I've seen in decades. I didn't believe the negative reviews, so I went to see for myself ... and it was worse than I had expected. Aronofsky must be stopped. An awful, awful, self-indulgent display of self-hatred. Aronofsky has nothing to say ... except that he's seen Buñuel films and doesn't understand them.… Expand
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cdennisSep 20, 2017
Worst movie ever! Don't waste your time or money. This movie is not a horror or suspense or even a comedy. No plot. I will think twice before I see another Jennifer Lawrence movie. Audience response was the same as mine. Awful movie!
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BuddahSep 22, 2017
I saw this movie the day it came out and it has taken me this long to recover from this atrocity of "art". I say "art" because anyone that gives this a positive review sees it as such. While my favorite food is pizza, there is plenty of badI saw this movie the day it came out and it has taken me this long to recover from this atrocity of "art". I say "art" because anyone that gives this a positive review sees it as such. While my favorite food is pizza, there is plenty of bad pizza in the world. This "art" is one of the worst of it's kind. If I wasn't so curious to see where this movie was going in the madness it presented over the length of film, then I would've left the theater early. I can only think of one movie that I wanted to leave the theater early more, and that was Eraserhead. If it wasn't for the sheer beauty of Jennifer Lawrence, I would give this movie a "0". I find it very hard to give anything a "0", so that is my excuse for this one. This is not a spoiler so much as a warning, the last 30 minutes of chaos is very hard to watch just to get to the ending. So beware of this if you are brave enough to see it because of all those positive reviews. If I can change one person's mind, then this review served it's purpose.… Expand
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Bjorn_NielsenOct 4, 2017
While Aronofsky succeeds in making the audience feel uncomfortable, it's through bad writing and awful performances. Sure, it's provoking, and while it seems as if Aronofsky desperately wants to say something about love, religion and theWhile Aronofsky succeeds in making the audience feel uncomfortable, it's through bad writing and awful performances. Sure, it's provoking, and while it seems as if Aronofsky desperately wants to say something about love, religion and the strugle that comes with being an artist, all he succeeds in doing is making an allegory with nothing to say and no real story. The writing is so abysmal, that not a single line of dialogue felt genuine, even when delivered by great actors such as Javier Bardem and Ed Harris. At every chance the movie tries to shock you, but for me it never works since i can't relate to anything that's going on. With all that said, i would have been much more forgiving if the movie just looked great, but no. This movie looks terrible, with sloppy camera work, bad framing and truly disgusting CGI. I know Darren Aronofsky is a great director, he's made quality work in the past, and so has almost the whole cast, but this is one to skip. I guess it takes a truly great director to make a truly bad film.… Expand
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wkallaoSep 20, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mother! is a film that has been subject to a lot of criticism. Films that are a big metaphor or carry over an allegory are always subject to polarizing reviews. I believe this to be in part by many lazy people passing off half witted ideas as "art", which in turn leads to true art being dumped on. Mother! is not a film for everyone, it really isn't. You will either love the film, or leave confused and resentful towards it. This film is a metaphor for the bible, and the destruction of Mother Earth. Jennifer Lawrence is Mother Earth, her husband is God, Harris is Adam and Pfeiffer is Eve, while their children are Cain and Abel. The glass piece Bardem holds in his office is symbolic of the "forbidden fruit", which 'Eve' ultimately is tempted by. More people flock at the home until a partygoer destroys a sink causing a leakage, indicated the flood that wiped out civilization. But after 'God' writes his new work, symbolic of the New Testament, more people retreat to the home. After a very disturbing and gruesome ending, the home is destroyed, just to be rebuilt again, showing the never ending cycle of the destruction of Earth. The ending is a doozy and as someone who enjoys horror, blood and guts - this will leave you emotionally shaken. I was borderline in tears by how utterly shocking it is. This is mainly a story about how we take and take from Earth, using up all its resources and hardly, or in some cases never, giving back to it. This film does a spectacular job of displaying not only the story of the Bible, but how we as a society are selfish, destructive and undeserving at times. This truly is a work of art and some people will never see it.… Expand
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TwiTuSep 20, 2017
I'm not quite sure how this movie is getting such high ratings from "professional critics".
Its simply bad. Everything that is bad about this movie has already been stated by others and of course, if you have lately seen what JenniferI'm not quite sure how this movie is getting such high ratings from "professional critics".
Its simply bad. Everything that is bad about this movie has already been stated by others and of course, if you have lately seen what Jennifer Laurence has said, you can't even take her seriously anymore. That alone destroys the whole movie.… Expand
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masuzzieSep 16, 2017
The emperors new clothes is a shart tale about two weavers who promised the Emperor a new suit of clothes that they say is invisible to those who are unfit for the positions, stupid or incompetent. When the emperor parades before his subjectsThe emperors new clothes is a shart tale about two weavers who promised the Emperor a new suit of clothes that they say is invisible to those who are unfit for the positions, stupid or incompetent. When the emperor parades before his subjects in his new clothes no one dares to say that they don't see any suit of clothes on him for fear they will be seen as unfit for the position, stupid or incompetent finally a child cries out "but he isn't wearing anything at all!" The critics who say anything positive about this movie became the same kind of subjects as found in the emperors new clothes, apparently they were afraid to tell the truth for fear that they may look unfit as critics, stupid or incompetent to other critics. This movie is not deep, thought-provoking, or art; it's a man's personal vendetta against anyone who dares to have faith of any kind. His only goal it appears to be is to mock and belittle anyone who has faith, and it's sad to see how many in Hollywood are happy to jump on that bandwagon.… Expand
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therealmach3Sep 17, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. J Lawrence's character gives birth and her husband gives the baby to his cult followers, who kills it and then EATS it. The crystal on his shelf is his last victim's heart. At the end of the movie, JL uses the lighter she pushes behind the dresser to light the fuel in the furnace, which causes the house to explode in an inferno. I consider this the best possible favor I can do for you; the movie is so awful that it seriously has made me reconsider how strongly I actually feel about the first amendment. This movie is such painful torture it should be criminal.… Expand
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GrampsLeeSep 19, 2017
This was the absolute worse movie I have ever seen at a theater. They denied refunding my money, but I did ask them to. The audience members were all debating as they left as to what the movie was about. Seriously, they just watched it andThis was the absolute worse movie I have ever seen at a theater. They denied refunding my money, but I did ask them to. The audience members were all debating as they left as to what the movie was about. Seriously, they just watched it and had no clue what it was about, so sad!… Expand
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moviepeteSep 19, 2017
This is just a bad movie. They try so hard to make a point that they forget to make it interesting or even acceptable. I wouldn't waste your time or money on this movie, wish I hadn't gone.
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prmsSep 28, 2017
A pretend profound film. First thirty minutes actually has a lot of promise - as a kind of retelling of a famous biblical story. last 60 minutes or so is very very hard to watch. You suffer through it hoping there'll be a payoff. There is butA pretend profound film. First thirty minutes actually has a lot of promise - as a kind of retelling of a famous biblical story. last 60 minutes or so is very very hard to watch. You suffer through it hoping there'll be a payoff. There is but it's not that interesting. definitely not worth it.… Expand
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mooveefanSep 20, 2017
I wish had read the reviews before spending money on this movie. I had hoped it would be worth seeing but my hopes were dashed. The first 2/3 of the movie were all over the place with no real plot to follow, the last 1/3 left me disappointed.
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blindsmanSep 22, 2017
The biggest piece of garbage I have ever watched. There were probably a dozen times that I thought of walking out but for some strange and sick reason (much like the movie itself) I stayed and suffered through this loser. It was so bad, evenThe biggest piece of garbage I have ever watched. There were probably a dozen times that I thought of walking out but for some strange and sick reason (much like the movie itself) I stayed and suffered through this loser. It was so bad, even Jennifer Lawrence's **** couldn't save it. Don't waste your time or money, you can't unsee this piece of crap.… Expand
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Michelle_MarvelSep 24, 2017
Filmed from an awkward close-talker perspective, Mother! had more pore
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Twilight. The mockumentary-like plot twists provided unintended dark humor and cringeworthy moments.Filmed from an awkward close-talker perspective, Mother! had more pore
revealing closeup shots & anticlimactic extended stares than
Twilight. The mockumentary-like plot twists provided unintended dark
humor and cringeworthy moments.
Horrifying? Yes. Horrifyingly bad.… Expand
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KirvinSep 17, 2017
This movie was absolutely terrible and complete waste the audiences time. I'm not sure of what the writer and director Darren was trying to convey to the audience but it simply left everyone confused and wondering whats the point. The storyThis movie was absolutely terrible and complete waste the audiences time. I'm not sure of what the writer and director Darren was trying to convey to the audience but it simply left everyone confused and wondering whats the point. The story line and plot were so disjointed its simply an annoyance. The characters didn't at all blend well and Jennifer Lawrence did her best given the lack of depth given to her character. I absolutely hated it and will never get that time back.… Expand
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wadisplaceSep 21, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm still trying to understand what I just saw. I'm usually a good critic of movies. Should I say this one "sucks"? YES...This one SUCKS the Big One! Is HIM some Demigod that controls everything? Does he have one "Mother" after another? I guess if you drop acid and watch the movie, you would understand the plot, from the Screen Play Writer who dropped acid, and wrote the script. What was good about the movie...lots of strange action that messes with you're mind.… Expand
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MovierevieSep 24, 2017
What the hell. Waste of money and time. Not even an inch of horror. Plot was just allover the f**** place!!!. The movie is so slow. There is nothing interesting
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ernis_vFeb 24, 2018
I can't remember the last time a film gave me such strong feelings. It's basically a misogynistic psychological torture porn, but with better cinematography and respected actors. Lawrence delivers a one and a half note performance of beingI can't remember the last time a film gave me such strong feelings. It's basically a misogynistic psychological torture porn, but with better cinematography and respected actors. Lawrence delivers a one and a half note performance of being treated like a slave, and then beating the s*** out of. Aronofsky is probably the only one who understands his bible allegories. If you believe that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, watch it.… Expand
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radulleDec 9, 2017
Aronofsky really went too far to shock viewers... That being said, this isn't his worst, but at the same time not the best work. One thing is certain, it is very hard for me to recommend it to anyone.
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masterchief247Sep 18, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just terrible. This movie tries to touch on just about every liberal argument. Religion. breast feeding in public, etc. Hollywood isn't going to force this mindset on me.… Expand
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StevieGJDSep 19, 2017
I completely understand why many people hate this movie. There are some truly vile images, extremely disturbing scenes, a very convoluted plot that weaves both a Biblical allegory with the history of time. This film is very hard to watchI completely understand why many people hate this movie. There are some truly vile images, extremely disturbing scenes, a very convoluted plot that weaves both a Biblical allegory with the history of time. This film is very hard to watch and very challenging. It is definitely not for everyone. The film is replete with philosophy, theology with a smattering of Quantum physics. But a movie like that is not going to be entertaining, though there are some odd and humorous moments in the film. This is not a fun journey, but it is intellectually stimulating. One theory of time, from Hawking, is that the Universe constantly expands up to the point when it is at its apex, then collapses back into a particle of infinite mass and density, which in turn leads to the Big Bang and the expansion starts all over again. Take that theory and combine it with the Bible (and numerous biblical references) and current times that seem like we may be close to the apocalypse and there you have this film. Not for everyone. Really.… Expand
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CharlieGraySep 21, 2017
This is a good movie after all, you either love it or you hate it. It's not meant for mainstream audiences, it should've been released for selected cinemas, but you got four big names, Jennifer Lawrence and Michelle Pfeiffer, so they thought,This is a good movie after all, you either love it or you hate it. It's not meant for mainstream audiences, it should've been released for selected cinemas, but you got four big names, Jennifer Lawrence and Michelle Pfeiffer, so they thought, we're gonna make money out of this… Expand
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GinaKSep 18, 2017
I thought this was a well-made film with excellent performances, especially by Jennifer Lawrence. What this movie is about is another matter. To me it was about art, on the one hand, and fame on the other (I thought about the Beatles and evenI thought this was a well-made film with excellent performances, especially by Jennifer Lawrence. What this movie is about is another matter. To me it was about art, on the one hand, and fame on the other (I thought about the Beatles and even Princess Diana, although she was more a personality that attracted people than an artist). The artist needs to create, and is flattered when he finds individuals who love his creations. His family can easily rank second to the adulation he gets. Unfortunately, especially when an artist is very popular and/or famous, worship can get out of hand because people are attracted to an artist’s work for all sorts of reasons that may or may not have to do with what the artist himself thinks he is saying. Dark undercurrents can be released as they are in this film. The ultimate question is whether a film like this belongs in a mass-market movie theater. I can see why it is not making much money since I doubt if the mass audience has any idea what I am talking about, especially since the mass audience’s heartless and crass adulation is what is being shown so vividly.… Expand
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ALLCAPSSep 15, 2017
The first part of this movie was great. Unsettling events happen that keep the audience unnerved and worried for our main character. Just enough hints are put in to allow the audience to correctly guess the allegory that Aronofsky is goingThe first part of this movie was great. Unsettling events happen that keep the audience unnerved and worried for our main character. Just enough hints are put in to allow the audience to correctly guess the allegory that Aronofsky is going for. All this great craft gets lost though in the final 40 minutes or so in the movie. If the audience hadn't figured out what the movie is about yet, they are hit over the head with it over and over. This might be somewhat needed for Aronofsky to make his point, but it is very tiresome for the viewer and ultimately wasn't necessary beyond the first 15 minutes or so. This movie is worth seeing if you're a movie buff but I wouldn't recommend it for the average movie goer and I wouldn't say that this movie is a great film. It was interesting though.

Lastly, I don't understand why they copied Rosemary's Baby's movie poster. The two films have somewhat similar themes. Is Aronofsky paying homage to this film just like he paid homage to perfect blue by buying the right to the film and copying scenes, or is he doing something a little more shady?… Expand
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Jess_HillSep 16, 2017
Phenomenal.

But first, a disclaimer: You need to have an exceptional knowledge of the Bible (or at least the broad strokes) in order to 'get' this film. A stunning allegory on the nature of both the divine and humanity, the is an extendedPhenomenal.

But first, a disclaimer: You need to have an exceptional knowledge of the Bible (or at least the broad strokes) in order to 'get' this film.

A stunning allegory on the nature of both the divine and humanity, the is an extended metaphor that is superbly crafted and deeply unsettling. Lawrence and Bardem are magnificent, and the intimate cinematography further enhances the unfolding horror at the centre of the plot. Dripping with symbolism and layered with intertextuality and subtext, this is a thoroughly difficult yet sublime experience. The trailer is both accurate and deeply misleading at the same time, and it is horrifying but this is not a horror film. 8.95/10… Expand
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Mike_HunterSep 15, 2017
I'm still processing what I've seen, but a friend gave me some advice to read a post on Bustle. They give you a quick rundown of the different symbolism in the movie. It makes so much more sense to me now, and I'm going to have to see itI'm still processing what I've seen, but a friend gave me some advice to read a post on Bustle. They give you a quick rundown of the different symbolism in the movie. It makes so much more sense to me now, and I'm going to have to see it again. Visceral experience is an overused term, but I can't come up with another one to describe this experience!… Expand
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tkeohokaloleSep 16, 2017
Worst movie ever made! Just another example of Hollywood's over inflated egos at work. It is just a bunch of scenes thrown together in a desperate attempt to be artistic and throw punches at the Christian religion. I do not mind movies thatWorst movie ever made! Just another example of Hollywood's over inflated egos at work. It is just a bunch of scenes thrown together in a desperate attempt to be artistic and throw punches at the Christian religion. I do not mind movies that make a point or constructively criticize religion but this does neither. Do not waste your time or money!… Expand
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yezoSep 19, 2017
For the record, before I watched the movie, I did not read any information about this movie. And when I watched it, I was confused about what is going on. And I read a few articles and talked to friends and had a better understanding aboutFor the record, before I watched the movie, I did not read any information about this movie. And when I watched it, I was confused about what is going on. And I read a few articles and talked to friends and had a better understanding about the message from the movie. However, I was still confused with many of the details in the movie.
The more I understand the movie, the more unsettling I feel about the characters in the movie, ironically, unlike the mainstream media, I am not concerned about the religion aspect, nor Jennifer acting, but the storylines, and the motivation of the main characters. I am 50/50 about recommend this movie to someone else. Overall, the movie is really disorientating (for my poor intelligent), I would suggest you to read some article about the movie before you watch it.… Expand
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Fanat_de_VigorSep 19, 2017
Do not believe in trailer: it is not horror, it is just Aranovsky's bible. If you are non religious person, you may be disappointed. There is a real exiting acting and suspense (in first quarter), but after interesting start movie turns intoDo not believe in trailer: it is not horror, it is just Aranovsky's bible. If you are non religious person, you may be disappointed. There is a real exiting acting and suspense (in first quarter), but after interesting start movie turns into true hell, and you lose a connection with characters and just wait until the end.… Expand
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khashayarghkhJan 17, 2018
I was laughing through the whole film, and trust me i'm a guy who loves this director and all of his previous films, but i'm really sad of how simple minded he thought of his own audiences, i got exactly what he was trying to say, but to meI was laughing through the whole film, and trust me i'm a guy who loves this director and all of his previous films, but i'm really sad of how simple minded he thought of his own audiences, i got exactly what he was trying to say, but to me it was just such a simplistic way of story telling. watch the film as if Jennifer lawrence and javier bardem was not in it, watch it as if a normal ordinary guy was the director and the writer of it i'm sure you would have hold a different opinion but if not, you are entitled to your opinions.
i think the only reason you didn't let yourself feel the way i did when i watched this film, or let yourself criticize it for a second, was because its a major film made by a major director and your mind unconsciously telling you that you don't know better than him.… Expand
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Mpc60champJan 1, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The problem with this movie is the trailer that Paramount puts out was selling it as a horror or thriller. The first 30 minutes built tension. After that you begin to get mad at the characters because you knew there was social commentary from 30 minutes to the second hour of the movie. The biblical themes are there with a man who is "God?" You have Ed Harris carrying around a picture of god with nowhere to go, but yet he invites his wife and kids over to the house. God accepts the family for who they are. The moment you see that you know someone is pushing their social commentary. What I thought was going to be horror/thriller was now an art house film with biblical theme. If the trailer even has a hint of biblical theme then I wouldn't of rented it. This is one of the films that gets so bad that even if you have alcohol in your system you will sober up quickly. Paramount was selling this as a horror / thriller so they can minimize their losses. If viewers knew this was an art house movie from the beginning then there would be less negative reviews. This movie could have been played by smaller names to save the studio some money. The acting from all the big names was very "canned ham". All the big names felt like they were themselves and not the biblical references who they were. By the time you reach the last 45 minutes of the film you are given visuals of all of God's worshippers. The good Christians and the people who put his name in vain, "ooooh". If you think you're going in for horror you will end up with Aranofsky's feelings on Christianity. Save your money horror fans there's a lot of other horror movies to watch and get a good buzz to.… Expand
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NikolayGDec 19, 2017
Mother! is a terrible mush of symbolism so heavy handed it is embarrassing to watch. And it makes no effort to be a story. A woman moves into a house with her husband, a house soon invaded by strangers, bohemian partiers including a nakedMother! is a terrible mush of symbolism so heavy handed it is embarrassing to watch. And it makes no effort to be a story. A woman moves into a house with her husband, a house soon invaded by strangers, bohemian partiers including a naked couple getting intimate, looters, a swat team, terrorists who start assassinating people, and soldiers (just before the house comes under mortar fire). The woman is not the protagonist because she's utterly passive, takes no action - or only makes the most timid efforts to take action to get the strangers out of her house. She acts like no real person ever would. The whole thing justifies itself as a metaphor or series of metaphors - mixed metaphors I'd say - and symbolism. But while a movie can have metaphors and symbolism, if it is to succeed it still fundamentally needs to be a story on a literal level. There is no story here. Just pretentious nonsense.… Expand
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imdanielaplinSep 17, 2017
mother! is cinematic insanity and easily the most disgusting masterpiece I have ever had the pleasure to watch. Even if the film doesn't let you breath at times. 10/10.
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BrianMcCriticSep 16, 2017
You will leave this film thinking Aronofsky is a genius or a pretentious crazy man, for me it was the former. Don't go into this film looking for any type of mainstream conventional film, if you do you will probably leave early. What we getYou will leave this film thinking Aronofsky is a genius or a pretentious crazy man, for me it was the former. Don't go into this film looking for any type of mainstream conventional film, if you do you will probably leave early. What we get is a master craftsman providing a riveting, thought provoking gem of a film. I love the feel and atmosphere of the first two thirds. You feel uneasy while still being uncertain of exactly what's going on. The final act will likely make or break the film for you. For me my jaw was wide open as I sat up in my seat awestruck and trying to contemplate everything on the screen. No question it needs multiple viewings to get everything, but Darren Aronofsky has given us an immersive thought provoking film you won't soon forget. A… Expand
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redjet3Sep 18, 2017
I understand why people would call this pretentious, and if you don't see the symbolism then that's your loss because it brings so much to the story. That being said, while it was more on the chaotic side, I was invested in this movie. ItI understand why people would call this pretentious, and if you don't see the symbolism then that's your loss because it brings so much to the story. That being said, while it was more on the chaotic side, I was invested in this movie. It makes you feel so unsettled and annoyed much of the time -- but that's the point. You wanted to pull certain characters out by the hair just seeing what kind of things Lawrence's character had to experience. Not going to lie, I had to look up what some of the things represented. I wish that I had a better understanding of the bible before I came in because the story is very biblical. To those I saw coming out of the theater saying "what did I just spend my money on", I hope you looked into if after about what it is supposed to symbolize!!… Expand
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raporgiJun 19, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. what an amazing amazing PILE OF ASSSSSSSes. Noah was kinda entertaining but this is totally sheeeet. Darrenofsky is pretentious idiot. Avoid like the plague. Its a forced allegory about mother nature. This guy needs to get beaten to a pulp and get back to reality.… Expand
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tp122Dec 20, 2017
Literally one of the worst movies I have seen in the last 20 years. Ham handed script trying way too hard to be 'Rosemary's Baby'. Aronofsky's direction is just drug-induced infantile film school dreck. What a waste of superb actors who mustLiterally one of the worst movies I have seen in the last 20 years. Ham handed script trying way too hard to be 'Rosemary's Baby'. Aronofsky's direction is just drug-induced infantile film school dreck. What a waste of superb actors who must have been hallucinating to accept this job.… Expand
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fakeprinceDec 12, 2017
if you are into weird and bad movies this is one to watch . it was like a feverish nightmare so overwhelming!! i'm not picky but some scenes were so offensive and i cant believe some people are praising this movie
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AndreiTKDDec 28, 2017
This movie is a disgrace to cinematography. Its ideas look like they've been made up by a satanic person or someone on lsd. It's not a horror movie at all. I don't know what genre it is, but it is certainly not my taste. This movie is a pieceThis movie is a disgrace to cinematography. Its ideas look like they've been made up by a satanic person or someone on lsd. It's not a horror movie at all. I don't know what genre it is, but it is certainly not my taste. This movie is a piece of **** DON'T WATCH IT!!!… Expand
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Idiota150Dec 10, 2017
Starts out being just uncomfortable (not in a good way) and then turns into a stupid and awful mess. Good reviews by people thinking they get it and seeing all kinds of mesmerizing s**t in this pretentious garbage. It is not worth your time.
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MarioVisionOct 20, 2017
WTF was this crap!
I'm crying the money & time i wasted watching this utterly horrendous film!
From the worst ever films i have seen in my life!
Avoid at all costs!
Only the acting saved this trainwreck film from being rated with big fat zero 0!
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saintdeckySep 26, 2017
Mother! is a creepy, thrilling, well-executed, for the most part, movie... for the first hour. For me, the second hour, which includes the orgy of random violence and senseless destruction, destroyed most of the things I liked about the wholeMother! is a creepy, thrilling, well-executed, for the most part, movie... for the first hour. For me, the second hour, which includes the orgy of random violence and senseless destruction, destroyed most of the things I liked about the whole first half.

Acting: Jennifer Lawrence is good, except her character doesn't have much to do or even an arc. She spends nearly the entire movie looking confused or disapproving. Javier Bardem is perfect for the role and shines in it, with his booming voice and appearance. Ed Harris and Michelle Pfeiffer are also amazing. Overall the casting and acting is great, and everyone fits their roles perfectly.

Characters: Again, Lawrence's character doesn't have much of an arc, intentionally, I assume, but still, and spends the entirety of the movie asking questions and sounding worried and confused. Plot: I loved the first half of this movie. I love the kind of movies that keep you guessing and trying to figure everything out. Get Out and even It Comes at Night are good examples of this, both of which I also loved. The first hour makes you so tense, scared even, and creeped out, but in a good way. Every creak of the house, every time she is in the basement, it instills fear, even if nothing happens. I appreciated the camera angles, moving along with Lawrence to give it from her perspective, which made the house seem bigger and made you scared every time she even turned a corner, not sure what's behind it at times. But this does get repetitive throughout the movie, as it is mainly just a shot following her, a shot in front of her, and so forth. I would have appreciated more wider and further away shots of her, creating the feeling that something or someone is watching her, giving off even more creepiness. This first half of the movie was well-done, paced well, and tense, creepy, and mysterious. However, the second half ruined most of it for me. I walked into the theater expecting it to be violent from the start, as some critics have coined the movie "torture porn," so when the first hour rolled by and there was none, I was confused. But soon after, I saw what they meant. It is pure chaos, senseless violence that was hard to watch, and not in a good way. It was completely unbelievable, and I know that was intentional, but it took away from the surreal-yet-somewhat-real feel of the first half. It went completely bonkers and crazy, and just felt like I was watching Aronofsky string random violence and things together to make some kind of allegory. Which brings me to another point, the imagery. This is the first Aronofsky film I have seen, and it doesn't make me think he's a genius. Some say this movie is a movie you won't forget, and I won't forget it any time soon, but in a really bad way. I will remember this movie because of the shock-value feel over actual story-telling in the second half. I will remember it because of the senseless and random violence that ruined a movie I was enjoying. I remember a good movie, like Get Out, because of how good the story-telling, script, characters, and plot was, and I remember It Comes at Night because of the twist it put on horror movies and psychological dramas. Mother! isn't innovative just because it was a Biblical allegory, which it seems it is, because it has been done before, multiple times. Also, the twist at the end was predictable within the last 30 minutes or so, and seems smart at first, but doesn't really make sense when you think about it. It raises questions, but not good, thought-provoking questions like It Comes at Night, but rather ones that question what just happened, because it makes no sense. The story is obviously not grounded in reality, but when the entire first half of the movie can be seen as somewhat realistic at times and the second half completely ditches it, I don't know what to think of the twist. Also, I feel Aronofsky did this multiple times throughout. There were scenes and things in the first half that looked cool at the time, but when looking back on it served no purpose and was seemingly there just to look cool. I don't have a huge problem with that as long as it has at least some significance or isn't used countless times throughout the movie.

Violence: Over-the-top for no reason, crazy, random, and doesn't make for a good movie. I think Aronofsky needs to see a therapist.

Overall, Mother! started off well with a well-executed first hour that invoked fear from the lack of knowledge of the story and where it could go, but ended on a bad note with senseless, random violence that ruined my enjoyment. Every fragment of the 4, more a 4.5 in my head, was purely from the first hour. Don't take your grandma to see this movie.… Expand
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SirbeastNov 13, 2017
This movie suck balls period...Funny how a scene keep on showing j-laws assets anyways......it was kind of obvious too that this movie was intended for sick cult people go figure...Hollywood...
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quentntarantadoSep 15, 2017
Wow. If Roman Polanski, Terry Gilliam, and Bertrand Tavernier had an orgy, this would be their bastard child (with no one aware of who contributed the sperm, and who gave an egg). Naturally, I loved it!
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TVJerrySep 21, 2017
Is Jennifer Lawrence the titular character? Is it the house? Is mother a symbol of something greater? There will be many interpretations of this film's allegorical intent, but it does feature Lawrence in almost every shot. She lives in aIs Jennifer Lawrence the titular character? Is it the house? Is mother a symbol of something greater? There will be many interpretations of this film's allegorical intent, but it does feature Lawrence in almost every shot. She lives in a secluded country home with her troubled poet/husband (Javier Bardem), but unexpected visitors are only the first twist in this increasingly bizarre and disconcerting trip (and I mean that in the LSD sense). Although I'm sure director Darren Aronofsky meant the occurrences to become increasingly unsettling, after a while the absurdity of the situations became laughable (to me, at least). Despite the elusiveness of a clear meaning, it's an unusual and intriguing cinematic experience.… Expand
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SparkybkcSep 16, 2017
Horrible, 145 people in theatre most left before it ended. I can't think of a worse movie I've ever seen, except maybe antichrist. Who thinks this crap up.
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