Madre
Madre

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Madre

2013
Movie
107 min
Indonesian

This film about the life of a man named Tansen inherited prickly bread dough that was about 70 years old by his grandfather. On that Tansen's life changed because it had to process the bakery Madre which has long been inactive. and Tansen met with bakeries also named May and they fell in love.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Aaron SchimbergGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A deeply unsettling psychological drama, 'Madre' follows the harrowing experiences of a young woman navigating a world that seems to conspire against her sanity. As she grapples with her own fractured psyche, the boundaries between reality and delusion blur, leading her down a path of intense isolation and psychological torment.

Critical Reception

While 'Madre' garnered a cult following for its disturbing atmosphere and unflinching portrayal of psychological distress, it received mixed reviews from mainstream critics. Its challenging themes and unconventional narrative were praised by some for their bravery, while others found it excessively bleak and difficult to connect with.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its disturbing and immersive atmosphere.

  • Appreciated for its bold exploration of mental illness.

  • Criticized for its lack of narrative clarity and overwhelming bleakness.

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Fun Fact

Director Aaron Schimberg often uses extreme close-ups and disorienting sound design to amplify the film's disturbing psychological effects.

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