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The Second Mother

Directed by Anna Muylaert · 2015 ·

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Is The Second Mother worth watching?

Yes. The Second Mother (2015) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (88%). See the 4 inputs.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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96% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
79 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
7.7 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 52m
Cast
Regina Casé , Camila Márdila , Karine Teles
Country
Brazil
Language
Portuguese

Also known as Que Horas Ela Volta? Una segunda madre Une seconde mère Der Sommer mit Mamã 세컨드 마더 第二个妈妈 我的兼差媽咪 Annemle Geçen Yaz

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (96/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (79/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • Celluloid Score 83% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy pick

Not ideal for

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    Is The Second Mother worth watching?

    Yes — The Second Mother earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Muylaert's class comedy-drama is sharp, humane, and anchored by Regina Casé's magnificent performance.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (88%).

    What is The Second Mother about?

    A live-in housekeeper's estranged daughter arrives in São Paulo, disrupting class boundaries in the wealthy household where her mother works.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English The Second Mother

    The Second Mother (2015) Review: The Kitchen Door as Border

    The Second Mother is Anna Muylaert's sharp, funny Brazilian drama about a live-in housekeeper, her daughter and the unspoken class rules of a São Paulo home.

    Yes. It is a warm, pointed and often hilarious study of class, led by Regina Casé, and ideal for anyone who likes social drama with a human touch.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    The Second Mother: frequently asked questions

    Is The Second Mother worth watching?

    Yes. The Second Mother (2015) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    How long is The Second Mother?

    The Second Mother runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

    Who stars in The Second Mother?

    The Second Mother is directed by Anna Muylaert and stars Regina Casé, Camila Márdila, Karine Teles.

    What is the Metascore for The Second Mother?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Second Mother is 79 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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