Refrigerator Mothers (2003): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

2003 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2003, Refrigerator Mothers is a dokumentarfilm film directed by David E. Simpson.

What it’s about. It is America of the 1950s and 1960s, when a woman's most important contribution to society is generally considered to be her ability to raise happy, well-adjusted children. But for the mother whose child is diagnosed with autism, her life's purpose will soon become a twisted nightmare. Looking for help and support, she encounters instead a medical establishment that pins the blame for her child's bizarre behaviors on her supposedly frigid and detached mothering. Along with a heartbreaking label for her child, she receives a devastating label of her own. She is a "refrigerator mother".

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Refrigerator Mothers has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Refrigerator Mothers page.

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Where can I watch Refrigerator Mothers (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Refrigerator Mothers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Refrigerator Mothers worth watching?
Refrigerator Mothers holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy dokumentarfilm. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Refrigerator Mothers released?
Refrigerator Mothers was released in 2003.