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Mother
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Mother

1996 · 104 min Comedy Drama
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

A neurotic, twice-divorced sci-fi writer moves back in with his mother to solve his personal problems.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Albert Brooks

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

🎭 Cast

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks

John Henderson

Debbie Reynolds

Debbie Reynolds

Beatrice Henderson

Rob Morrow

Rob Morrow

Jeff Henderson

Lisa Kudrow

Lisa Kudrow

Linda

John C. McGinley

John C. McGinley

Carl

Isabel Glasser

Isabel Glasser

Cheryl Henderson

James Gleason

James Gleason

Waiter

Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Williams

Donna

Paul Collins

Paul Collins

Lawyer

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Laura Weekes

Karen Henderson

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