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3000 Leagues in Search of Mother
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3000 Leagues in Search of Mother (1976)

7.3
TV_MA

3000 Leagues in Search of Mother follows the story of young Marco as he embarks on a journey across South America in search of his mother. The anime series explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the importance of family bonds. Set in the 1970s, Marco faces various challenges and encounters new friends along the way.

A Place Further Than the Universe
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A Place Further Than the Universe (2018)

8.1
TV_14

A Place Further Than the Universe follows the story of four high school girls who embark on an extraordinary journey to Antarctica. Fueled by their individual desires and dreams, they form a strong bond of friendship as they face the challenges and hardships of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Together, they discover the true meaning of teamwork, courage, and following one's dreams.

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Belle and Sebastian
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Belle and Sebastian (1982)

7.3
TV_G

Belle and Sebastian is an animated TV show based on a novel about a young boy named Sebastian and his loyal dog, Belle. Set in the beautiful Pyrenees mountains, this heartwarming story follows their journey of friendship, courage, and the search for Sebastian's mother. Together, they navigate through various challenges, including encounters with the police, while forming a strong bond that transcends language and borders.

Mary Lou
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Mary Lou (2009)

7.6

Miriam has a dream: being a famous singer, that’s why she abandoned her son Meir. Meir never stops searching for his mother—eventually moved from his small hometown to Tel Aviv, and becomes THE famous drag queen Mary Lou. As the melody plays on, Meir discovers his needs finding himself within even more than finding his mother.

Twins
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Twins(1988)

6.2
tomato42%
PG
107Minutes

Julius and Vincent Benedict are fraternal twins; the results of a secret experiment carried out at a genetics laboratory to produce the perfect child. Vincent, a womanizer and a small-time crook, is placed in an orphanage while Julius is raised on a South Pacific island to become highly intelligent and physically strong. When Julius learns about Vincent, he travels to Los Angeles to find him. They embark on a cross-country journey to find their mother, encountering danger and uncovering their past along the way.

Apathy 2
Movie

Apathy 2(2025)

90Minutes

The main character of the film, Akif, escapes from an orphanage to find his mother. On this painful journey, with an uncertain ending, the protagonist faces numerous challenges. The swift intervention of a prosecutor’s office employee raises many questions for the audience about the essence of life. Apathy-2 delivers a powerful "slap" to the mentality of bringing children into this world thoughtlessly.

Long Lost Family
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Long Lost Family (2016)

8.1

Follow the touching stories of people who have suffered a lifetime of separation and are yearning to be reunited with their birthparents and biological families or find children they had to place for adoption long ago.

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Under the Stars of Paris
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Under the Stars of Paris(2020)

6.1
86Minutes

Christine’s life has not been easy lately. Her lonely routine is divided between free food banks distributions and wandering the streets. On a cold winter night she founds Suli, an 8-year-old Eritrean boy, sobbing in front of her shelter. Christine understands that he is lost and has been separated from his mother. Bounded by their marginal condition, they embark together on an emotional journey to find Suli’s mother in the underground world of Paris...

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Jack
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Jack(2014)

7.2
99Minutes

Jack, a young boy, loses his father and is placed in a group home. Unsatisfied with his new situation, he decides to embark on a journey to find his mother. Along the way, Jack encounters various challenges and experiences that test his resilience and determination.

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Breathing
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Breathing(2011)

7
tomato90%
NR
90Minutes
3000 Leagues in Search of Mother: The Movie
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3000 Leagues in Search of Mother: The Movie(1980)

7.4
107Minutes

In 1980s Italy, young Marco sets off on a journey to Argentina to find his mother, who has been working to support their family. Along the way, he faces challenges and forms friendships as he travels through the Apennine Mountains and the Andes. This animated film is based on the TV series '3000 Leagues in Search of Mother' and explores themes of love, loss, and the bond between a parent and child.

I Am Somebody's Child: The Regina Louise Story
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I Am Somebody's Child: The Regina Louise Story(2019)

7.5
120Minutes

I Am Somebody's Child: The Regina Louise Story follows the true story of Regina Louise, a young African-American girl who navigates the foster care system and overcomes numerous obstacles to find her birth mother.

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search for mother

Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that explore the compelling theme of the search for a mother figure. From heartwarming dramas to suspenseful thrillers, these captivating stories follow protagonists on their emotional journeys to uncover their mother's whereabouts, reconnect with estranged mothers, or forge new relationships with motherly figures. Explore the depth and complexity of this theme as you dive into these thought-provoking narratives.

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