
Mothers' Instinct
Directed by Olivier Masset-Depasse
Produced by Haut et Court, Versus Production
A tense, melancholic mystery set in 1960s Brussels where a tragedy fractures two women's friendship and forces them to confront buried doubts and suspicions.
When a sudden tragedy uproots the lives of two women and their families, they begin to question the relationships they once held so dear.
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Is Mothers' Instinct sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Mothers' Instinct end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is Mothers' Instinct scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Mothers' Instinct violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Mothers' Instinct easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Mothers' Instinct
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Mothers' Instinct
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Mothers' Instinct, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Mothers' Instinct, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Mothers' Instinct, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
























































