What is 'night, Mother?
'night, Mother is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 12, 1986
- Studios
- Aaron Spelling Productions, Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
'night, Mother is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A tense evening unfolds when a daughter announces her impending suicide.”
- Compelling mother‑daughter dynamics
- Focused, dialogue‑driven storytelling
- Strong emotional impact
- Heavy subject matter may be distressing
- Limited action, primarily a single setting
Watch it if you appreciate intense, character‑driven dramas that explore difficult emotional terrain.
The film deals with suicide and emotional distress, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.
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What is the premise of the film?
A mother and daughter spend a night together after the daughter reveals she will kill herself by the end of it.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
What rating does the film have?
The film is rated PG‑13.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in 1986.