I Killed My Mother (2009) movie poster

I Killed My Mother (2009)

J'ai tué ma mère
"Sons forget their mothers can die."
ThumbScore
👍 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 82% (RT: 87%, MC: 77) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

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Director
Runtime
1h 36m
Country
Canada
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (1,154 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Metacritic
77
Cast
Xavier Dolan as Hubert Minel
Anne Dorval as Chantale Lemming
François Arnaud as Antonin Rimbaud
Suzanne Clément as Julie Cloutier
Patricia Tulasne as Hélène Rimbaud
Pierre Chagnon as Richard Minel
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 1,154 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
Overview
Hubert, a brash 17-year-old, is confused and torn by a love-hate relationship with his mother that consumes him more and more each day. After distressing ordeals and tragic episodes, Hubert will find his mother on the banks of Saint Lawrence river, where he grew up, and where a murder will be committed: the murder of childhood. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2009 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for I Killed My Mother was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

I Killed My Mother is a 2009 drama film directed by Xavier Dolan. Hubert, a brash 17-year-old, is confused and torn by a love-hate relationship with his mother that consumes him more and more each day. After distressing ordeals and tragic episodes, Hubert will find his mother on the banks of Saint Lawrence river, where he grew up, and where a murder will be committed: the murder of childhood.

The film has been rated by 1,154 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, I Killed My Mother delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

I Killed My Mother (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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