Mama

Two young sisters, Lilly and Victoria, are abandoned in the woods by their father after he kills their mother and coworker. Five years later, they are found alive and rescued by their uncle Lucas and his girlfriend Annabel. As they try to reintegrate into society, the girls exhibit disturbing behavior and claim a mysterious entity named 'Mama' is looking after them. Lucas and Annabel soon realize that Mama is a vengeful spirit that followed the girls from the woods and is intent on keeping them.

Mama received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmosphere, direction, and performances, particularly those of the young actresses. While some found the plot elements derivative of other supernatural horror films, the film was largely commended for its effective scares and emotional depth.

• Praised for its genuinely scary moments and strong atmosphere.

• Lauded for the performances of Jessica Chastain and the young actresses.

• Criticized by some for relying on familiar horror tropes.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's ability to deliver scares and create a chilling atmosphere. Many highlighted the compelling performances and the emotional core of the story as key strengths.

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The character of Mama was inspired by a folktale from Argentina and Uruguay called 'La Llorona' (The Weeping Woman), a ghost who drowns her children and herself in a river and then weeps eternally, searching for them.