My Mother's Split Personalities

A young woman, struggling to come to terms with her mother's recent death, discovers unsettling secrets about her family history. As she delves deeper into her mother's past, she uncovers evidence of multiple distinct personalities, each with its own memories and motivations. The daughter must then piece together the fractured truth of her mother's life and her own identity, confronting the disturbing reality that some traumas are inherited.

My Mother's Split Personalities received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its ambitious themes and strong performances, particularly from Eleanor Vance in the lead role. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven, leading to a polarized audience reception. The film was lauded for its exploration of mental health and familial trauma.

• Praised for its compelling central performance and thought-provoking exploration of identity.

• Criticized for its sometimes confusing narrative structure and reliance on psychological tropes.

• Applauded for tackling sensitive themes of mental health with depth and nuance.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional depth and the lead actress's powerful portrayal of a woman unraveling her family's secrets. However, some viewers found the psychological twists difficult to follow, leading to a divided opinion on the film's overall effectiveness.

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards (Eleanor Vance).

The intricate set design for the mother's childhood home was inspired by a real, abandoned psychiatric hospital in Eastern Europe.