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🎬 Title: Once Upon My Mother / Ma mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan

Story: In 1963, Esther welcomes her son Roland into a bustling family. Born with a club foot, he faces challenges that hinder his ability to stand. Despite the doubts of those around her, Esther fiercely vows that Roland will walk like everyone else and live a remarkable life. Her unwavering determination leads her to fight tirelessly to fulfill this promise. Spanning several decades filled with both challenges and extraordinary moments, this film tells a heartfelt and humorous tale of a mother’s profound love and her extraordinary journey with her son.

⭐ Rating: 6.9 (197 votes)

📅 Release Date: March 19, 2025

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, Comedy

🎬 Director: Ken Scott

✍️ Writer: Ken Scott

🌍 Countries: France, Canada, United States

🏢 Production Companies: Egérie Productions, Gaumont, Christal Films, Amazon MGM Studios

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👥 Cast: Leïla Bekhti (Esther Perez), Jonathan Cohen (Roland Perez – Adult), Joséphine Japy (Litzie Gozlan), Sylvie Vartan (Sylvie Vartan), Jeanne Balibar (Mrs. Fleury), Lionel Dray (Maklouf Perez), Anne Le Ny (Mrs. Vergepoche), Milo Machado-Graner (Jacques Perez – ages 12-17), Naïm Naji (Roland Perez – ages 5-7), Iliana Belkhadra (Nicole Perez – ages 15-20)

Editor’s Note: Once Upon My Mother (2025) stands out as a compelling blend of drama and comedy with a personal touch. Ken Scott expertly weaves together a narrative that prioritizes character development over superficial embellishments. The performances by Leïla Bekhti, Jonathan Cohen, and Joséphine Japy are solid and authentic, grounding the film. At a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes, the pacing feels right, rarely lingering unnecessarily. While it has its imperfections, the film’s strengths considerably outweigh any flaws. If this premise resonates with you, it’s worth adding to your watchlist.

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