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'night, Mother (1986) | Criteria

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'night, Mother

English • 1986 • 1h 36m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

A mother and daughter spend a night together after the daughter reveals that she will kill herself by the end of it.

Included in
May 2022
Position 1
Included in
Films of Endearment: A Mother's Day Selection
Position 13

Credits

Crew

DirectorTom Moore

WriterMarsha Norman, Marsha Norman

CinematographerStephen M. Katz

ComposerDavid Shire

EditorSuzanne Pettit

ProducerAlan Greisman, Aaron Spelling

Cast

Sissy Spacekas Jessie Cates

Anne Bancroftas Thelma Cates

as Dawson Cates

Carol Robbinsas Loretta Cates

Jennifer Roosendahlas Melodie Cates

Michael Kenworthyas Kenny Cates

Sari Walkeras Agnes Fletcher

Claire Malisas Operator (VOICE)