Script: Xavier Dolan, DoP: André Turpin, Editor: Xavier Dolan, Production: Metalfilms, Producers: Nancy Grant, Xavier Dolan, Cast: Anne Dorval, Antoine-Olivier Pilon, Suzanne Clément, Alexandre Goyette, Patrick Huard
A widowed single mom finds herself burdened with the full-time custody of her explosive 15-year-old ADHD son. Steve is violent and cruel when he’s in one of his fits, but when he’s calmed down he’s sweet and enthusiastic. As they try to struggle with their unpredictable ménage, the new girl across the street, shy Kyla, offers needed support. Together, they find a new sense of balance, and hope is regained.
"Xavier Dolan’s heartbreaking, heartswelling MOMMY is our favorite film at Cannes. 25-year-old Québécois director Xavier Dolan shows the wisdom and empathy of someone much older with MOMMY, his fifth feature film." (www.vanityfair.com)
Biography: Xavier Dolan was born on March 20, 1989, and worked already as child in film and TV productions. His feature film debut I KILLED MY MOTHER was showered with prizes and awards, as well as his following productions. For instance, he won the FIPRESCI Award at the Venice International Film Festival 2013 for TOM AT THE FARM. The all-rounder also works as actor, producer, script writer, cutter, costume designer and dubbing actor. His next film, THE DEATH AND LIFE OF JOHN F. DONOVAN, will be his first US production.
Filmography: 2009 I KILLED MY MOTHER, 2010 HEARTBEATS, 2012 LAURENCE ANYWAYS, 2013 TOM AT THE FARM, 2014 MOMMY
Awards: Jury Award and ICS (International Cinephile Society) Award (Cannes International Film Festival, France 2014)
