Mater amatísima (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, Mater amatísima is a drama film directed by Josep Antoni Salgot i Vila, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Clara- an attractive- sophisticated and unmarried woman- and the autistic child who transforms and absorbs her life- astonishingly interpreted by a very young Victoria Abril and autistic actor Julito de la Cruz- Mater Amatsima astonished audiences at Cannes Festival by providing an extreme dissection of the mother-child bond in an uneasily honest and rather confrontational way.
Who’s in it. Mater amatísima stars Victoria Abril, Julito de la Cruz and Jaume Sorribas.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Mater amatísima has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mater amatísima page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mater amatísima tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mater amatísima (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mater amatísima change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mater amatísima worth watching?
- Mater amatísima holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mater amatísima?
- Mater amatísima stars Victoria Abril, Julito de la Cruz and Jaume Sorribas.
- When was Mater amatísima released?
- Mater amatísima was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.