Good Mothers

A quiet suburban community is shaken by the alleged sexual assault of a teenage boy by two of his peers. As the town reels, successful real estate agent Anne Sofie discovers her own son may be more involved than she imagined. Determined to protect him and the family's reputation, she makes a choice that sets her on a collision course with the other boys' mothers, Sarah and Ulrikke. As accusations against her son begin to spread, the pressure mounts and to shield her family, Anne Sofie pins the blame on one of the other boys. But as her relationships fracture and her moral compass wavers, she’s forced to make a life-altering decision.

Director: Amalie Næsby Fick
Genre: Drama

Cast

Screenplay

Production: Zentropa Entertainments, Zentropa International Sweden, Topkapi Films, Film i Väst
Country: Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands
Language: Dansk
Original Language: da

Themes

The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Sexual Assault Trauma and Survival

Keywords

based on novel or book, female friendship, motherhood, sexual assault, small community, melodrama

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Good Mothers about?
A quiet suburban community is shaken by the alleged sexual assault of a teenage boy by two of his peers. As the town reels, successful real estate agent Anne Sofie discovers her own son may be more involved than she imagined. Determined to protect him and the family's reputation, she makes a choice that sets her on a collision course with the other boys' mothers, Sarah and Ulrikke. As accusations against her son begin to spread, the pressure mounts and to shield her family, Anne Sofie pins the blame on one of the other boys. But as her relationships fracture and her moral compass wavers, she’s forced to make a life-altering decision.
Who directed Good Mothers?
Good Mothers was directed by Amalie Næsby Fick.
Who stars in Good Mothers?
Good Mothers stars Sidse Babett Knudsen, Sofie Gråbøl, Asta Kamma August.
What genre is Good Mothers?
Good Mothers is a Drama film.
Where was Good Mothers produced?
Good Mothers was produced in Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands.
What are the themes of Good Mothers?
The themes of Good Mothers include: The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Sexual Assault Trauma and Survival.