Mamá

Two young sisters, Victoria and Lily, are abandoned in the woods by their father after he murders their mother. Five years later, a search party discovers them living in a remote cabin, feral and seemingly cared for by a mysterious spectral entity they call 'Mama.' When their uncle Lucas and his girlfriend Annabel take them in, the girls' disturbing behavior and the presence of Mama continue to haunt their new lives.

Mamá received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, unsettling imagery, and strong performances, particularly from Jessica Chastain and the young actresses. While some found the plot occasionally derivative of other supernatural horror films, its effective scares and emotional core were widely appreciated.

• Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

• Jessica Chastain's performance and the child actors were highlighted as major strengths.

• Some critics noted a familiar plot structure within the horror genre.

Google audience: Audiences generally found Mamá to be a scary and well-made horror film, appreciating its suspenseful build-up and frightening moments. The performances, especially by the young actresses, were often singled out for praise, though a few viewers felt the story became somewhat predictable towards the end.

The distinctive visual design of 'Mama' was heavily inspired by the long-limbed, grotesque creatures found in the paintings of Spanish surrealist artist Francisco Goya, particularly his 'Black Paintings' series.