Call Me Mom
The story takes place from 1929 to the beginning of the Great Patriotic War. The daughter of a wealthy village miller, Tatiana, meets Nikolai, the son of a kulak from a neighboring village. They are attracted to each other, but matchmakers from Vasily are already rushing to Tatiana. The girl's heart is occupied with thoughts of Nikolai, and she refuses the godson of the village chairman. Nikolai and Tatiana decide to be together, and the bride's parents, Pavel and Marfa, bless this union. It seems that there will be no end to the happiness of the young. But the surplus is rampant in the country, and Vasily has been assigned to answer for the withdrawal of surpluses from the peasants. And the first thing the offended groom hurries to the Kozlov house, where married Tatiana now lives.
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Plot Summary
During a pandemic-induced lockdown, a young woman named Tess is forced to confront her estranged mother and her brother's manipulative girlfriend. As tensions escalate, a dark family secret begins to unravel, leading to a chaotic and bloody confrontation. The film blends elements of slasher horror with dark comedy as the characters battle for survival amidst escalating madness.
Critical Reception
Call Me Mom received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of horror and comedy, and its surprisingly effective performances from a lesser-known cast. Some found the pacing uneven, and the gore sometimes gratuitous, but overall it was seen as an ambitious and entertaining indie horror film that captured the anxieties of its time.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its darkly comedic tone and effective suspense.
- Noted for its strong female performances, particularly Sarah R. Stidham.
- Some critics found the plot convoluted and the third act overly chaotic.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Call Me Mom' is not widely available through Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the production adhering to strict safety protocols, which influenced some of the narrative elements regarding isolation and confinement.
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