Mammal
Mammal

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Mammal

2016
Movie
99 min
English

After Margaret, a divorcée living in Dublin, loses her teenage son, she develops an unorthodox relationship with Joe, a homeless youth. Their tentative trust is threatened by his involvement with a violent gang and the escalation of her ex-husband's grieving rage.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Rebecca DalyGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A well-to-do divorced mother, Margaret, finds her life unraveling when her son goes missing. As she desperately searches for answers, she becomes entangled with a young man named James, who is hiding a dark secret. The film explores themes of loss, grief, and the desperate measures people take when faced with unimaginable circumstances.

Critical Reception

Mammal received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its performances, particularly from Rachel Griffiths, and its tense atmosphere. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat disjointed or underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and atmospheric tension.

  • Some critics found the plot progression to be uneven.

  • Explores dark themes of loss and desperation effectively.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Dublin, Ireland, and its bleak aesthetic contributes significantly to the overall mood and atmosphere of the story.

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