Teona Mitevska
Mother
North Macedonia
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Synopsis
After Jackie Kennedy, Frida Kahlo, Princess Diana, and Marilyn Monroe, it’s now time for another cultural icon from the last century to find her place in film: Mother Teresa.
In the biopic "Mother", we follow the religious icon Mother Teresa during a few days when her faith is put to the test, facing the most challenging moments of her spiritual life. Noomi Rapace portrays one of the Catholic Church’s most beloved figures. It’s a thought-provoking and introspective portrait of devotion and sisterhood, as well as a captivating and exciting story.
Production Facts
Written and directed by one of Eastern Europe’s most acclaimed auteurs, Teona Mitevska ("God Exists", "Her Name Is Petrunya" – Berlinale 2019; "The Happiest Man in the World" – Venice 2022).
Produced by Sébasten Delloye and Labina Mitevska in co-production with Piodor Gustafsson, Rainy Days, and Film i Väst.