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Young Mothers
Jeunes mères
2025 106 min Belgium, France 12+
★7.4
Drama
Director: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
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Description
Housed in a shelter for young mothers, Jessica, Perla, Julia, Ariane, and Naïma, all of whom have grown up in difficult circumstances, struggle to obtain a better life for themselves and their children.
US Gross:
$11,707
Starring
Babette Verbeek
Actor
Elsa Houben
Actor
Janaina Halloy
Actor
Awards
Cannes Film Festival 2025
— Best Screenplay
Cannes Film Festival 2025
— Ecumenical Jury Prize
Cannes Film Festival 2025
— Palme d'Or
Key opinion
The Dardenne brothers deliver a poignant, naturalistic drama that captures the raw realities of motherhood in a shelter setting. While some viewers appreciate the film's unvarnished, humanistic approach, others find the narrative depth and structural pacing to be lacking.
| Acting | The ensemble cast of young actresses delivers exceptionally natural, grounded performances that anchor the film’s emotional core. | |
| Direction | The directors employ a minimalist, documentary-style aesthetic that prioritizes authentic, socially precise storytelling over stylized drama. | |
| Screenplay | The script is praised for its honest and non-judgmental exploration of complex social issues, though some critics feel it lacks depth and leaves certain character arcs feeling underdeveloped. | |
| Pacing | The slow, deliberate pace and minimalist approach to tone create an immersive, realistic experience for some, while others perceive the film as monotonous or lacking sufficient momentum. |