Mother

Mother

1968 · 20 min · Drama

The film "Mama" is one of Gennadiy Karyuk’s first directorial works. It tells the story of two women who meet while on vacation. One lost her daughter long ago; the other bears a striking resemblance to her. Is it a mirage, a mistake, or fate? The director tells the story not through dialogue, but by prioritizing visual imagery and editing.

Directed by Gennady Karyuk · Written by Ivan Ryadchenko

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