10 Powerful Indie Films Featuring Complex Alcoholic Mothers
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The WhaleMovie · 2022 · 117m · DramaA withdrawn English teacher struggling with obesity tries to rebuild a relationship with his daughter, with the hope of finding forgiveness before it's too late.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8
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SpiritedMovie · 2022 · 127m · ComedyEvery Christmas Eve, the Ghost of Christmas Present chooses someone with a hardened heart to be changed by visits from three spirits. This year, however, he chooses the wrong person. Clint Briggs challenges the ghost, leading Present to question his own past, present, and future.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
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Mini's First TimeMovie · 2006 · 91m · Comedy, Crime, DramaMini, a beautiful and manipulative young woman, wants to escape her mother Diane's controlling behavior. She seduces her stepfather, Martin, and persuades him to help her plot to have Diane declared mentally unstable. Their plan quickly turns deadly, leading to murder. When a young detective named John Garson begins investigating the crime, Martin and Mini's alliance unravels as they start to distrust each other.Stream on - 4
Katie Says GoodbyeMovie · 2018 · 88m · DramaIn the American Southwest, a compassionate seventeen-year-old makes the difficult decision to work as a prostitute. Her goal is to earn enough money for a fresh start and to pursue her ambition of moving to San Francisco.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5
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Absolutely FabulousMovie · 2001 · 105m · ComedyEddie and Patsy, middle-aged best friends, live for impulsive pleasures and indulgence. They indulge every whim, whether it's for sex or expensive things. After a night of heavy drinking, they wake up to champagne and caviar, much to the dismay of Eddie's mother and sister. While trying on a flamboyant leopard-print outfit, Eddie and Patsy become fixated on a charming rollerblading delivery boy.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.9 - 6
PolyesterMovie · 1981 · 86m · Comedy, DramaFrancine Fishpaw possesses an extraordinary sense of smell, a gift that also becomes a heavy burden. It allows her to detect her husband’s infidelity and her mother’s manipulative behavior, adding to the difficulties of raising her two troubled children.
As Francine's life falls apart, she seeks solace in alcohol. But a chance encounter with Todd Tomorrow, a charismatic stranger, offers her a chance at redemption and a fresh start.
This moving drama explores the complexities of relationships, examining forgiveness, personal growth, and self-discovery in the face of hardship. The film balances humor and tragedy with memorable characters, creating a compelling and emotionally resonant story that keeps audiences engaged.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
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RosettaMovie · 1999 · 95m · DramaRosetta, a strong-willed young woman, struggles against a cycle of poverty and hardship. Determined to maintain her pride, she faces life's difficulties while caring for her mother, who battles alcoholism. Rosetta fiercely rejects charity and tirelessly seeks ways to provide for herself. The film explores survival, resilience, and self-respect as it follows Rosetta’s persistent fight for a dignified life in a world that offers little support. Her story reveals the strength of the human spirit when confronted with adversity.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2
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CocoonMovie · 2020 · 99m · Drama, RomanceDuring a hot Berlin summer, Nora often feels like an outsider as she accompanies her sister Jule and friend Aylin. Everything changes when Romy arrives, and Nora forms a close friendship with her. Nora quickly develops feelings for Romy, leading to a surprising and romantic summer.Stream on - 9
National AnthemMovie · 2024 · 99m · Drama, RomanceIn rural New Mexico, a 21-year-old construction worker seeks a new life with a close-knit community of LGBTQ+ ranchers and rodeo performers, each pursuing their own definition of the American dream.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4
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Stockton to Table RockMovie · 2025 · 87m · Family, DramaWith graduation approaching, a high school senior faces her abusive mother and questions if forgiveness can ever be found.IMDb 8.2
