Mother's Heart (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 1969, Mother's Heart is a drama film directed by Salvatore Samperi, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A mute mother stands by idly as her young children radicalise as a result of a society that thrives on conflict and manipulation. As she is drawn to a group of political activists, her absence allows her children to become increasingly extreme in their behaviour and lethal games they play.
Who’s in it. Mother's Heart stars Carla Gravina as Lorenza Garrone, Philippe Leroy as Andrea Franti, Beba Lončar as Magda Franti and Sara Di Nepi as The Revolutionary Girl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Mother's Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mother's Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mother's Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mother's Heart (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mother's Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mother's Heart worth watching?
- Mother's Heart holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mother's Heart?
- Mother's Heart stars Carla Gravina, Philippe Leroy, Beba Lončar, Sara Di Nepi and Valentino Orfeo.
- When was Mother's Heart released?
- Mother's Heart was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.
