Supermum
Supermum

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Supermum

2019
Movie
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English

The protagonist of the play, an old lady, due to her old age and an accident that resulted in her fall, caused her children to begin feuding one another for the family’s fortune. While some are pressured due to their living environment, others just hope to live a simple life. After a series of events however, the siblings choose to hurt one another and ignore the importance of being a family. In the end, with the help of the old lady’s teachings and her unyielding faith in family principles, the ending of the story changed for the better…

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Google Users98%
Director: Erika CohnGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

Supermum follows the inspiring journey of Janine Shepherd, a former elite athlete who, after a life-altering accident, transforms her adversity into a powerful advocacy for others. The film documents her remarkable recovery, her transition to becoming a pilot, and her ongoing work to empower individuals with disabilities. It's a testament to human resilience, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.

Critical Reception

Supermum was widely praised for its deeply personal and uplifting narrative, highlighting Janine Shepherd's extraordinary strength and inspirational spirit. Critics lauded the film for its authentic portrayal of overcoming immense challenges and its powerful message of hope and perseverance. Audiences found it to be a moving and motivating documentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • An incredibly inspiring and moving portrayal of resilience.

  • Janine Shepherd's story is a powerful testament to the human spirit.

  • A beautifully crafted documentary that leaves a lasting impact.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised 'Supermum' for its inspiring story and the remarkable strength of its subject, Janine Shepherd. Viewers consistently highlighted the film's ability to motivate and uplift, calling it a 'must-watch' for its powerful message of overcoming adversity.

Awards & Accolades

Audience Award Winner at the Athena Film Festival; Winner of the Audience Award at the Cleveland International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Janine Shepherd, the subject of Supermum, was inspired to become a pilot after her accident and later flew her plane across Australia to raise awareness and funds for disability support organizations.

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