Mamá
- 2008
- 3m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
3.4K
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A young girl wakes up and tells her sister that their mother has returned home.A young girl wakes up and tells her sister that their mother has returned home.A young girl wakes up and tells her sister that their mother has returned home.
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- 2 wins total
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- TriviaThe film makers fell in love with the house as they were scouting for a different job, and found out that it was being demolished in two weeks. They gathered their crew together and shot the film as quickly as they could.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Birth of Mama (2013)
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Mama is a chilling and poignant short film that delves deep into the complex emotions surrounding loss and the bond between mother and child. Andy Muschietti crafts an atmospheric tale that leaves the viewer with a lingering sense of unease, while also exploring universal themes of grief and unresolved trauma.
The performance by Irma Monroig, is compelling, capturing the raw vulnerability and strength of a mother struggling with the ghosts of her past. The cinematography is striking, using light and shadow to create an eerie, almost claustrophobic atmosphere that amplifies the emotional tension at the heart of the story.
While the narrative is subtle and open-ended, it may leave some viewers wanting more clarity or resolution. However, this ambiguity contributes to the film's haunting nature, inviting personal interpretation and reflection.
Ultimately, Mama succeeds as a thought-provoking short that mixes emotional depth with supernatural elements. It's a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
The performance by Irma Monroig, is compelling, capturing the raw vulnerability and strength of a mother struggling with the ghosts of her past. The cinematography is striking, using light and shadow to create an eerie, almost claustrophobic atmosphere that amplifies the emotional tension at the heart of the story.
While the narrative is subtle and open-ended, it may leave some viewers wanting more clarity or resolution. However, this ambiguity contributes to the film's haunting nature, inviting personal interpretation and reflection.
Ultimately, Mama succeeds as a thought-provoking short that mixes emotional depth with supernatural elements. It's a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
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- €40,000 (estimated)
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