My Mother (2019): Cast & Ratings
My Mother is a 2019 family drama directed by Mustafa Kotan, starring Itır Esen, Tuna Orhan and Özge Gürel. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes. Its Echo Score is 46/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Director
- Mustafa Kotan
- Original language
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Turkish - Studio
- Hann Media
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is My Mother About?
The premise of My Mother without spoilers.
A devoted mother consistently goes above and beyond for her daughter, despite the daughter's feelings of shame and desire to escape their life together. Nazli's journey to college takes her away from her village, but years later, she feels compelled to return to her mother and the place of her birth, filled with regret for the years that have passed. The film features a new performance of Candan Ercetin's song "Annem - Mom," recorded twenty years after its original release, adding to the emotional depth of this story about family and reconciliation.
My Mother Cast & Characters
Itır Esen leads the cast, with Tuna Orhan and Özge Gürel as Nazlı. Directed by Mustafa Kotan; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Mustafa Kotan
- Itır Esen
- Tuna Orhan
- Özge Gürel as Nazlı
- Tuğçe Karabayır
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My Mother Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 46/100, strongest in character & emotion (80) and weakest in sensory experience (30).
My Mother Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, My Mother elicits a polarized response, with particular strength in its performances but notable shortcomings in narrative cohesion and technical execution. Reviewers consistently commend Sumru Yavrucuk’s nuanced portrayal, while criticizing the plot’s lack of clear direction and the film’s clichéd visual style. The emotional tone resonates for some viewers, yet many find the story aimless and the ending unsatisfying. Consequently, the film’s replay value remains limited, reflecting its uneven blend of merit and flaw.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 35
In terms of direction and cinematography, the film is described as clichéd and visually unremarkable. Several critics note a limp screenplay and agitating cinematography, with one calling the cinematography weak. No positive remarks regarding production design or editing were identified, leading to a perception of technical mediocrity.
- Character & Emotion 80
The acting, especially by Sumru Yavrucuk, receives consistent praise across reviews, cited as great, marvelous, and nuanced. Even critics who find the story lacking acknowledge the strong performances. A minority mention poor acting, but the overall sentiment highlights effective emotional resonance and chemistry among the cast, underscoring the film’s primary strength.
- Story & Flow 38
Critiques of the plot focus on its lack of clear objectives and perceived meaninglessness. Multiple reviewers label the narrative vague, pointless, and clichéd, with an unsatisfying, depressing ending. While a few acknowledge thematic relevance to real life, the dominant view is that storytelling is weak, undermining engagement and coherence.
- Sensory Experience 30
Comments on sensory elements emphasize subpar sound and visual execution. Reviewers draw attention to repetitive sad music during dialogues and describe the cinematography as cliche and agitating. No favorable observations about soundtrack, sound design, or visual style are present, resulting in a perception of a largely unimpressive sensory experience.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Rewatch potential is split, with some viewers expressing deep personal connection and recommending the film, while a majority find it lacking purpose and emotionally draining. The film’s strong performances are insufficient to offset the weak plot and technical flaws, leading many critics to deem it a poor choice for repeat viewings.
My Mother Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Mom” and “Anyám”.
- Also known as
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- Mom
- Anyám
- Moje máma
- Um Grito de Liberdade
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My Mother FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of My Mother, each answered in a sentence.
How long is My Mother?
My Mother runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was My Mother released?
My Mother was released on September 20, 2019.
Who directed My Mother?
My Mother was directed by Mustafa Kotan.
More films by Mustafa Kotan Who is in the cast of My Mother?
My Mother stars Itır Esen, Tuna Orhan and Özge Gürel as Nazlı, among 10 credited actors.
Does My Mother have a post-credit scene?
No. My Mother has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is My Mother in?
The original language of My Mother is Turkish.
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