Fell Empty: 3 Stars for The Mother, a Critical Review

The Mother, directed by Niki Caro, fell short of meeting action expectations and felt empty of dramatic emotional connections leaving the film in nowhere land. It’s redeeming quality, giving it 3 stars instead of 2, is the compelling acting, though Jennifer Lopez carried the majority of the weight. It will quickly be forgotten in the minds of viewers, and it makes me appreciate streaming services, as I didn’t have to make a separate purchase and own the movie for years to come.

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{Originally reviewed for Letterboxd @SheExclaimed}