
Mother and Child (2009)
Release Year: 2009
Nation: Spain, United States of America
Alternative Title: Mother & Child, Мать и дитя, Anneler ve kizlari, Mutter und Kind, Destinos Ligados
Director: Rodrigo García
Writer: Rodrigo García
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Companies: Everest Entertainment, Mockingbird Pictures
Genre: Drama, Romance
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Story
The lives of three women are interconnected through adoption. Karen, a physical therapist, had her daughter Elizabeth adopted when she was fourteen. Elizabeth, now a successful lawyer, struggles with intimacy due to her adoptee status. Lucy, married but unable to conceive, hopes to adopt a child. Their stories converge as they each grapple with their pasts and desires.
Summary
Mother and Child (2009) explores the complex emotions surrounding adoption through the lives of its three main characters. Directed by Rodrigo García, this drama delves into themes of regret, control, intimacy, and motherhood. The film spans nearly four decades, from Karen giving up her baby for adoption to Lucy's current efforts to adopt. Despite their different circumstances, each woman faces internal struggles that tie back to their experiences with motherhood.