The film Parallel Mothers presents a surprising and unsettling story centered on motherhood, highlighted by outstanding portrayals from Penélope Cruz and Milena Smit. While there are stretches with predictable melodrama and some unremarkable aspects of the filmmaking, Pedro Almodóvar delivers an engaging, authentic, and deeply moving narrative that focuses on mothers who aren’t perfect. The film is consistently structured around the recurring theme of parallels, thanks to assured direction and a straightforward style. It's certainly deserving of awards recognition for Spain. Rating: B
On September 23, 2026
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