LyceeM16 Review of Parallel Mothers

Parallel Mothers (2021)

History, Community, Motherhood- an unexpected take

[8/10 · 9 July 2022]

The story did not go as I had expected. I had to suspend belief in certain parts but the story explores complex relationships, community trauma, genetics, history, memory, sexuality, and community solidarity in interesting ways. The acting was wonderful and I loved hearing the lovely sounds of the Spanish and seeing the locales where the story unfolded. The past rushes into the present. Yes Almodovar can certainly be edgier (as one reviewed noted with disappointment) but this film worked on many levels and I am glad the director didn't resort to a formula.