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THEME EXPLORATION

maternal conflict

12 films · 2 directors
FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
Schlussakkord
Schlussakkord
1936 · Douglas Sirk
The Reckless Moment
The Reckless Moment
1949 · Max Ophuls & Max Ophüls
Sherrybaby
Sherrybaby
2006 · Laurie Collyer
Hard, Fast and Beautiful
Hard, Fast and Beautiful
1951 · Ida Lupino
Pierce
Pierce
2026 · Nelicia Low
Apart From You
Apart From You
1933 · Mikio Naruse
Europa 51
Europa 51
1952 · Roberto Rossellini
Bonchi
Bonchi
1960 · Kon Ichikawa
Fighting Blood
Fighting Blood
1911 · D.W. Griffith
Moolaadé
Moolaadé
2004 · Ousmane Sembène
Secret Ceremony
Secret Ceremony
1968 · Joseph Losey
Monster
Monster
2023 · Hirokazu Kore-eda
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Wong Kar-wai → Hong Kong

While known for romantic films, works like 'In the Mood for Love' subtly examine maternal absence and its impact on emotional relationships and family conflict.

Hirokazu Koreeda → Japan

Films such as 'Like Father, Like Son' and 'Our Little Sister' deeply examine maternal responsibilities, family bonds, and the complex emotional conflicts within multi-generational households.

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