Poison Daughter, Holy Mother
Yumika is an actress. Since she was a child, she has had to endure her mother Yoshika (Shinobu Terajima) controlling her life. Yoshika is a “poison mother” to Yumika and Yumika cannot tolerate her mother anymore. Yumika appears on a talk show and criticizes her mother. Her criticism causes a sensation. Meanwhile, people around Yoshika state that she is not a poison mother and she is actually a good mother.
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Plot Summary
A seasoned detective and a master thief, both operating with their own strict codes, find their lives intertwined through a series of high-stakes heists and personal betrayals. As their cat-and-mouse game intensifies, they confront the moral ambiguities of their professions and the true cost of their obsessions. The film explores themes of loyalty, obsession, and the elusive nature of identity.
Critical Reception
Michael Mann's "Poison Daughter, Holy Mother" was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its stylish direction, complex characters, and gripping narrative. Critics praised the film's ambitious scope and its exploration of the criminal underworld with a gritty realism. Audience reception was also highly positive, with many appreciating the intense action sequences and the profound philosophical underpinnings.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its masterful direction and atmospheric tension.
- Lauded for the compelling performances of its lead actors.
- Cited for its intricate plot and sophisticated thematic depth.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly appreciated the film's suspenseful storytelling, character depth, and the iconic performances. Many highlighted the movie's intellectual engagement and the satisfying conclusion to the central conflict.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for 3 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Won 2 Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Actor.
Fun Fact
The intense diner scene between Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, which lasts over 10 minutes without a single cut, was filmed over three days and required immense concentration from both actors.
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