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Mother

Albert Brooks (Actor), Debbie Reynolds (Actor) Rated:
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Format: DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars 232 customer reviews
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Albert Brooks, Debbie Reynolds. A jaded novelist moves back in with his mother after deciding that all of his romantic problems are linked to their relationship. Directed by Brooks. 1996/color/104 min/PG-13/(CC).

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  • Actors: Albert Brooks, Debbie Reynolds, Kimiko Gelman, Isabel Glasser, James Gleason (II)
  • Format: Multiple Formats, Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), English (Dolby Digital 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated:
    PG-13
    Parents Strongly Cautioned
  • Studio: Paramount
  • DVD Release Date: February 13, 2001
  • Run Time: 104 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (232 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000055Z4G
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,447 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Mother" on IMDb

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5.0 out of 5 starsOne of Brook’s strongest films, along with ‘Lost in America’. Very funny, very honest.
By KG on April 18, 2016
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While the professional critics were all over the place on this, I think it’s one of Brook’s strongest films, along with ‘Lost in America’. Very, very funny in an understated, unforced way, it examines the dynamics of parent/child relationships with surprising depth and even-handedness. Rather than making the obvious, familiar film about ‘my mother the shrew’, Brooks is honest enough to see there are two sides to every relationship, romantic or parental. And with two sons in the family, that's really three sides.

Debbie Reynolds is indeed the revelation she was acclaimed to be on the film's release. Wonderfully fun to watch, Reynolds is simultaneously adorable and harsh, funny and sad, sweet and cutting to her son, who is well played by Brooks -- a guy who can’t quite seem to get his life together, and wants to blame it all on her.

The strength of the writing is that the film recognizes that some of Brook’s character’s neurosis IS his mother’s fault, but certainly not all of it, nor was it possible for her (or anyone) to be a perfect parent and leave no scars. And in the end – at least to a point – its up to the kid to grow up and move past it.

(mild spoiler ahead)

The film got a lot of flack for it’s supposedly overly easy ‘revelation and solution’ that solves the pair’s problems. But I took that moment as far more satirical than that. Just because Brooks’ character would like to believe one piece of insight into his past makes everything all better, I don’t feel like the film itself (or even Reynold’s character) believes that for a second. Brooks’ child-man is still thinking like a kid, still looking for an easy one sentence solution as to why his life is a mess. While there may be some placebo effect to the ‘now I understand it all’ idea, I never felt we’re meant to think this knotted up mess of a guy would now never have another anxiety attack.
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5.0 out of 5 starsPerfect Mother's Day Film from the brilliant writer & director Albert Brooks + fantastic Debbie Reynolds performance!
By Book & Music thief, from HI on May 10, 2015
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Perfect Mother's Day film from the comedic-genius writer-director Albert Brooks! This movie hits all the right notes and showcases very funny and even poignant dialog and interactions. About a wayward (science-fiction writer) son who is in the process of working thru a divorce and reassessing his Life. Deciding to move back home, and 'retrace his path' so to speak and decode the mystery of why his personal relationships haven't endured & prospered the way they were meant to?!

Debbie Reynolds as 'Mom' gives a multi-layered performance as a mother who does truly care, but who is just as perplexed by her son's inability to form lasting-bonds. In addition, mom does actually have a life of her own, and Brooks' character's desire to 'recreate' his idyllic childhood home presents some humorously awkward moments for both mother & son.

We also get to witness some of Brooks' similarly awkward attempts at finding a new prospective significant-other. Blind-date Lisa Kudrow adds to hilarity as a hyper-space cadet who tries to engage Brooks' in a deep literary discussion (that has him almost literally jumping-off the deep-end!)

I definitely don't want to spoil the story, but suffice to say that the key to Brooks' new-capacity to see brighter prospects regarding his life and future relationships has to do with a profound discovery/ revealing of his mother's early 'hopes & dreams' (i.e. a special talent/gift that she possessed but did not fully pursue in her younger days). This revelation allows Brooks' to better appreciate his own Life/path and proceed with less self-doubt.

This is a great comedy, with fantastic performances, dialog & Story - and a perfect movie for viewing at this time of Year!
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5.0 out of 5 starsAnother Winner From Albert Brooks And His Best Film To Date
By Frank R. Schoonover on September 7, 2012
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Mother, a 1996 film by Albert Brooks, who also stars in this film, is another winner by him. This comedic and dramatic tale about a son moving back in with his mother is a wonderful film from start to finish. It also shows that there are still some great filmmakers in the good old USA. Brooks directed and co-wrote the script with Monica McGowan Johnson(may she rest in peace).

The whole things starts with John Henderson(Brooks), a successful science fiction writer, who is going through his second divorce. He decides to move back in with his mother Beatrice(Debbie Reynolds)and decides to re-occupy the same room that he had when he was a child. John does this in hopes that by repairing the somewhat broken relationship that he had with his mother, he can also have better success with women. Soon, as John is settled in, he starts to make himself at home and helps his mother out whenever she needs it. The only problem is that it is causing some strains in her own personal life, especially where her relationships with other men are concerned. Plus, John can't seem to understand that his mother has since changed her lifestyle around starting from when he initially moved out. Also, he is soon in competition with his brother Jeff(Rob Morrow)for mother's affections as Beatrice is now reliving those days when both of these sons of hers were living in the house when they were still real young. Later on, while doing some checking around, John finds some old writings of hers that she did many years ago and reads them and thinks that they are really great. John soon discovers that this is why he feels that his mother hates him, though he does later learn that he is wrong in this assumption.Read more ›
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 starsI highly recommend it if you struggle with your own mother

A hilarious Albert Brooks film dealing with the issues between mothers and their children. I highly recommend it if you struggle with your own mother, or mother-in-law.

Published 3 days ago by James G.
5.0 out of 5 starsClassic Debby Reynolds (RIP)

One of my favorite movies of all time. Debby Reynolds (RIP) at her best, along with Albert Brooks.

Published 3 days ago by Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 starsDebbie Reynolds at her best

Debbie Reynolds is perfect. So many funny moments.

Published 5 days ago by Schmebbie
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

cute movie

Published 5 days ago by LauraM
5.0 out of 5 starsWe all have moments with our mothers

I love AB and he picked the right actress to be his mother. Love it!

Published 9 days ago by Chipwoman50
5.0 out of 5 starsStill funny after all these years

We love this movie, and just watched it again in homage to Debbie Reynolds. It holds up very well, even after 20 years. Read more

Published 10 days ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 starsDebbie Reynolds at her best.

One of Albert Brook's funniest films and a great testament to the late, great Debbie Reynolds.

Published 10 days ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 starsAnd Debbie Reynolds and Albert Brooks are terrific together. I...

Hilarious! And Debbie Reynolds and Albert Brooks are terrific together. I believed she was his real mother. The rest of the cast is great too.

Published 10 days ago by C. F. R.
5.0 out of 5 starsAlbert and Debbie..Perfect match.

I love it. Debbie Reynolds makes you love your mother, and all her flaws

Published 11 days ago by martha pyles
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

I love this movie, will always remind me of my Mom!

Published 12 days ago by Stacey M. Sult

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