Narrated in a realistic tone, it tells a linked story about a bond that is invisible but unbreakable: that of mothers and daughters. It is not for nothing that the film had the patronage of Alejandro González Iñarritu. An example of how to make and sell a story that awakens the viewer's empathy without the hook of cheap sentimentality. Watch and learn, Hallmark.

Excellent movie that kept me engaged throughout trying to figure out the connection between the separate story lines. Great acting and a great cast.

I had no preconceptions or expectations coming into this, and while the narrative may prove a stretch for some, I found it both engaging and, at times, touching. This reminded me of the type of movie with large casts, who are loosely connected by a wide ranging plot, that we saw a lot of in the early 2000s, such as Crash, and Innaritu's 21 Grams or Babel. I thought early on this was definitely headed in a particular direction, so was surprised when it veered at one point and offered a much different, and probably more affecting, conclusion than I had anticipated through most of the film. 6.5/10 Samuel L. Jackson Binge: It is safe to assume based on this title the main focus would be on the mothers in this film and, along with a cast this strong, I was surprised Jackson made the strong impression he did in his smaller supporting role. SLJ January #52

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a film a man could pass without realising what a priceless drama they walked pass in a rush to watch Hobbs & Shaw, (as this very man nearly did) 'Need-less-to-say.. Including any action movie I've seen this year, This is a gem 💎 I could watch over and over again.. This is not easy viewing for those with big kind caring loving hearts, as this movie's storyline (which challenges a tough, complex emotive and controversial subject) 'Adoption' is so authentic to life, with, in my opinion, life-time performances played out by spectacular actors and actresses who are ALL SO (F) AMAZING - In each of their roles.. If this movie does not win a string of awards (obviously Including an Oscar) There is no justice in the world...!! I have to say though, Annette Benning steals the shoe with her ever lasting floorless breathtaking performance leaving this big G in absolute tears.. This is hard hitting bitter sweet reality bites drama, and not for the faint hearted, however, written and executed with pure genius on all levels... This is definitely a movie you can watch with the family, or romantically realising how precious life is, and more importantly, how the decisions we make in life can be so profound, sad, and indeed content... ((WooW)) 💔😪❤ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A beautiful, unsentimental drama about relationships; independence; womanhood; adoption; love; fragility; humanity. Wonderful performances from the three leading ladies make this such a joy to watch. Brilliant work by Rodrigo García

This brilliant film explores the depth and scope of loss and redemption poignantly but without sanctimony. Too many contemporary stories portray birthmothers as stock characters indistinguishable from one another as human beings, linger in the delivery room, and presume there is a universal range of responses to surrender. Instead, "Mother and Child" focuses not only on the birthmother, but on the many lives touched, intersecting and only occassionally interwoven by the birth and adoption of one child. The actors are skilled and exceptionally well-cast, and the script is not burdened with smarmy cliches. Birth and death pass as swift, transient events in "Mother and Child", reminding us that the swaddling and shrouding are seconds long - and the substance of life is everything in between. The women - the birthmother, her mother, the daughter she surrendered, the adoptive mother, and their mothers - are distinct, separate individuals whose lives are variously affected by adoption, absent or engaged, but always independent. "Mother and Child" is only disappointing in ending with Munrealistic images of closure, that seem contrived in these characters and most improbable in real life.

Poignant story about a woman who gave up her child for adoption at a young age. Mother and daughter lead separate lives. The mother upon discovering her daughter's death she reconnects with her granddaughter later in her life.

The sins of the fathers, or mothers and the lost and found lives. Annette Bening and Naomi Watts really are an acting powerhouse. And weirdly enough they do look alike.

Naomi Watts and Britt Robertson are wonderful. This is a very involved and detailed movie. At 2 hours it is too long.

I really enjoyed this movie. This is pure drama when it's at its best. It's about three women who all intertwine in this movie about mothers and children and their lives. Mother and Child really shows the love that mothers have for their children and that biology has nothing to do with being able to call someone your child. Great acting from Naomi Watts, Annette Bening, Kerry Washington, Samuel L Jackson and Britt Robertson. This movie was heartfelt and emotional and no matter how crazy a character in this movie might seem, I believed in every word they said and every action they made.

Intense and emotional for me......but probably too slow for others.....

Drama en el que se tocan varios temas difíciles y hasta polémicos, el argumento central gira en torno a la adopción y el posible reencuentro de padres biológicos con su hijos dados en adopción, sin embargo, se entremezclan temas como la migración, trato a los adultos mayores, adicción al trabajo, etc., en un filme en el que el final agridulce la vuelve buena.

tres buenas historias unidas x un tema dificil. el final debio ser diferente.. pero es buena

The message of the film outweighed the acting and the consistence of the transitions between scenes which made the overall delivery a bit tepid but.. it's still a decent film if you look at it through a purely connotative outlook

Awesome movie! Some really good acting..

Sweet but melancholy interconnected tale of mothers and daughters, and their impact on each others lives, movingly told with heart-felt performances by an outstanding cast.

A thoughtful and provocative film about the way they live

A well produced and directed story that takes you into the mother and child connections and tried to untangle the complexities of these relationships while telling a few stories in tandem. The acting in this film is what makes it a 4 1/2 star must see!

A Beautiful yet Powerful Play of Emotions...

Karen approche la cinquantaine et regrette encore le jour où elle a dû abandonner sa fille alors qu'elle a accouché à 14 ans. Elizabeth a 37 ans, est extrêmement indépendante, carriériste, et déterminée à vivre sa vie selon ses propres envies. Lucy ne peut pas avoir d'enfant et se bat pour obtenir la garde d'un bébé qu'une ado met à l'adoption. Sans le savoir, les destins de ces 3 femmes sont liés et vont se croiser. Troublant. Trois portraits de femmes très différentes et pleine de caractère. Karen (Annette Bening, remarquable) est remplie d'amertume et de regrets, incapable de se laisser à aimer les autres tellement elle se culpabilise. Elizabeth (Naomi Watts, insaisissable) est une femme comme on en voit peu. Adoptée à sa naissance, elle a grandi dans un univers qui ne nous est pas renseigné (un peu dommage) et qui l'a blindée face aux émotions. Il en résulte un personnage complexe et quelque peu choquant. Lucy (Kerry Washington, authentique) donne tout ce qu'elle peut pour enfin avoir un enfant avec son compagnon. Malgré les nombreux obstacles qui se dresseront devant elle, elle ne perd ni espoir, ni sa volonté. Si certaines situations sont déroutantes, elles n'en sont pas pour autant mauvaises, et il est impossible de rester impassible devant ces histoires. Un drame fort et admirablement interprété.