Una madre pura... y otra pura madre
Una madre pura... y otra pura madre

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Una madre pura... y otra pura madre

2017
Movie
86 min
Spanish

An exotic dancer and a nun. They do not know that they are sisters until fate leads them to exchange roles. Now the mother is no longer so pure and the other is pure... mother.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Luis ArocaGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

This Spanish comedy follows the chaotic lives of two mothers from very different backgrounds who find themselves entangled in absurd situations. Their contrasting personalities lead to hilarious misunderstandings and unexpected adventures as they navigate family, relationships, and societal expectations.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally lukewarm reception, with critics and audiences alike noting its lighthearted, albeit predictable, comedic approach. While some appreciated the performances of the lead actresses, many found the plot to be formulaic and lacking originality. It was largely seen as a straightforward comedy aimed at a specific audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic lead performances, particularly Paz Padilla and Loles León.

  • Criticized for a simplistic and overly familiar plot that relies heavily on comedic tropes.

  • Considered an entertaining, if forgettable, way to spend an evening for fans of Spanish slapstick comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Una madre pura... y otra pura madre' is not widely available through specific Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a play on words in Spanish, with 'pura madre' also being a colloquial expression that can mean 'mother' but also 'great' or 'fantastic', adding a layer of double entendre to the comedic premise.

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