Movies and TvShows featuring "estranged-mother" theme.

Follow the journey of two friends who meet at the age of 11 and form a bond that lasts 14 years. Their friendship evolves and intertwines with their experiences in love, as they navigate through the challenges and joys of youth.

Inocente de Ti is a Miami-based 130 episode telenovela that first aired on the Univision network in 2005. It features Camila Sodi, Valentino Lanús, and Helena Rojo.

Five years after the events of Mamma Mia! (2008), Sophie prepares for the grand reopening of the Hotel Bella Donna as she learns more about her mother's past. Along the way, she discovers Donna's young life and experiences the fun she had with the three possible dads of Sophie. As Sophie reflects on her mother's journey, she realizes that she is more like her mother than she ever realized before.

In Bones and All, a young woman named Maren embarks on a 1000 mile journey across America, where she meets Lee, a drifter with a dark secret. As their paths intertwine, they are forced to confront their terrifying pasts and make a final stand that will test their love and survival. Can love endure their otherness?

28 years ago, Liang gives birth to a boy named "Little Bean Jelly" in prison. When the kid turns one, the mother and son lose contact. Years later, Green Dragon Group's henchman "Ghost" is ambushed during a mission and becomes blind. When Liang is released from prison, she meets Ghost. One wants only to complete the assassination, while the other wants to make amends to rebuild their mother-son relationship. By an unexpected combination of circumstances, this mother and son help each other redeem themselves and return to the right path.

Goodnight Mommy is a psychological horror film about twin brothers who become suspicious of their mother's true identity after she undergoes cosmetic surgery and appears different. As their paranoia grows, the boys begin to believe that their mother may be an imposter, leading to a series of chilling and disturbing events.

A young African-American man and his friend attempt to reclaim their childhood home in a rapidly gentrifying neighborhood of San Francisco.

Three women strive to find their place at an elite Northeastern university. When anonymous racist attacks target a Black freshman, who insists she is being haunted by ghosts, each woman must determine where the real menace lies.

After their estranged father's funeral, three sisters living in Kamakura, Japan, bond and navigate through their complicated relationships, past traumas, and personal growth. As they come to terms with their feelings and confront their own demons, the sisters rely on each other for support and understanding. Together, they explore the themes of family, loss, love, and resilience.

In 1984, during the UK miner's strike, a group of gay and lesbian activists form an alliance with a small Welsh mining community to support each other's causes. They face opposition and police abuse, but their friendship and determination inspire change and acceptance.

A woman is torn between her boyfriend's ending their relationship and being separated from his young son with whom she has bonded.

Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer is a documentary film that explores the life and crimes of Aileen Wuornos, a woman who was convicted of murdering several men and sentenced to death. The film delves into her troubled childhood, her experiences as a prostitute, and the events leading up to her arrest. Through interviews with Aileen herself, as well as those close to her, the film attempts to shed light on her motivations and the circumstances that led to her becoming a serial killer.

Set in Singapore during the 1997 Asian financial crisis, the film follows the relationship between a Singaporean family and their maid, Teresa. The story explores themes of friendship, hardship, and intergenerational connections.

A nun is called upon to adopt her 15-year-old nephew, and as a consequence religious, familial and sensual love become entangled.

In 'The True Adventures of Wolfboy,' a teenage boy named Paul has a condition called hirsutism, which causes excessive facial hair. He faces constant bullying and mistreatment from his peers and longs to find his estranged mother, who he believes will accept him as he is. Paul embarks on a road trip, encountering various characters and challenges along the way. This thought-provoking movie explores themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the pursuit of happiness.

In 'Offering to the Storm,' a magistrate delves into a dark world of witchcraft, human sacrifice, and a sinister cult in the Basque Country. As she unravels the truth behind a series of deaths, she discovers shocking secrets that lead her down a dangerous path.

Crossroads is a comedy-drama film about a high school graduate named Lucy who goes on a cross-country trip with her childhood friend Mimi and singer Kit. Along the way, they face various challenges and discover themselves. Lucy hopes to audition for a music school in Los Angeles, while Mimi deals with her overprotective father and Kit tries to find her estranged mother. The movie explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and following one's dreams. It also touches on topics such as teenage pregnancy, self-confidence, and loss of virginity.

After being released from prison, a woman fights to regain custody of her young sister while navigating her own personal journey of redemption and self-discovery.

Azaria Chamberlain was not killed by a dingo but saved and raised by said dingos. She is raised in an incestuous dingo environment and travels back to Sydney transformed as the second coming... a new messiah for a new age.

Fellini's Casanova is a biographical drama that delves into the life of Giacomo Casanova, the renowned Italian adventurer and writer. Set in 18th-century Venice, the film explores Casanova's escapades, his relationships with women, and his encounters with the Catholic Church and the Inquisition. With its grotesque imagery and nonlinear narrative, Fellini's Casanova offers a unique and captivating portrayal of a legendary figure.