Stage Mother
Momentum Pictures | Release Date: August 21, 2020 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
41
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Mixed or average reviews based on 8 Critic Reviews
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60
VarietyDennis HarveyAug 20, 2020
There’s much about Stage Mother that’s slightly stale, but like yesterday’s donut, the icing on top makes it both look inviting and go down easily enough. Read full review
60
EmpireNikki BaughanJul 21, 2020
Jacki Weaver is excellent in this colourful culture-clash comedy which, despite an uneven tone, offers a welcome message about the power of love and acceptance. Read full review
50
RogerEbert.comMonica CastilloAug 21, 2020
A sweet but ineffective comedy that cashes in on drag culture’s new mainstream fame. While the movie brings up a handful of important topics, the way it handles issues like drug addiction and physical abuse ultimately feel superficial and hollow. Fortunately, a few sparkling performances salvage the show from becoming too maudlin. Read full review
50
The Hollywood ReporterSheri LindenAug 20, 2020
Like many a stage mother, Thom Fitzgerald's comic drama is pushy. It tries too hard, in all too obvious ways, to win over the audience. Read full review
40
The GuardianPeter BradshawAug 20, 2020
Nothing really comes to life and the dialogue is plodding and laborious. Read full review
40
The Observer (UK)Simran HansJul 30, 2020
The feelgood tone feels a little flaccid. Read full review
38
Movie NationRoger MooreAug 18, 2020
Weaver holds her own, but the character, the scene and the script are a total drag. Read full review
25
The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Kate TaylorAug 20, 2020
Today, homophobia may still blight many a queen’s family relations, but Stage Mother feels dated and formulaic. Read full review
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