Content Warnings
- 🔴 70/100 A sex scene with partial nudity and suggestive content.
- 🟡 60/100 Discussion about sexual relationships and implications.
- 🟡 30/100 Characters are shown smoking cigarettes.
- 🔴 70/100 A character is seen taking drugs in a club setting.
- 🔴 80/100 A character is involved in a car accident with graphic aftermath.
- 🟡 40/100 Emotional and verbal confrontation between characters.
- 🔴 70/100 Use of strong language by a character in distress.
- 🔴 80/100 Multiple instances of strong language in a heated argument.
Details for Todo sobre mi madre (1999)
What is the main plot of 'Todo sobre mi madre' (1999)?
The movie follows Manuela, a single mother who loses her son in a tragic accident. In her grief, she sets out to find the boy's father, a transgender woman named Lola, and becomes entwined in the lives of a group of women, including a pregnant nun, a stage actress, and a sex worker.
Who are the main actors in 'Todo sobre mi madre'?
The film stars Cecilia Roth as Manuela, Marisa Paredes as Huma Rojo, Candela Peña as Nina, and Antonia San Juan as Agrado.
Who directed 'Todo sobre mi madre'?
The movie was directed by Pedro Almodóvar, a renowned Spanish filmmaker known for his vibrant storytelling and complex female characters.
What themes are explored in 'Todo sobre mi madre'?
The film explores themes of motherhood, identity, grief, and resilience, as well as the bonds between women and the fluidity of gender roles.
Did 'Todo sobre mi madre' win any awards?
Yes, the film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2000, as well as numerous other accolades, including the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival and several Goya Awards.
