Directed by Xavier Dolan, this emotionally charged drama plunges viewers into the turbulent world of Diane Després, a fiercely loving but volatile single mother played by Anne Dorval, who is struggling to raise her impulsive and aggressive teenage son, Steve, portrayed by Antoine-Olivier Pilon. After being expelled from yet another institution, Steve returns home, threatening to overwhelm Diane’s fragile grasp on stability. Their chaotic, co-dependent relationship takes an unexpected turn when a kind, stuttering neighbor, Kyla, portrayed by Suzanne Clement, enters their lives. Kyla, herself grappling with a personal trauma, begins to forge a tentative bond with the family, offering a rare sense of calm and structure. As this unconventional trio forms a fragile, makeshift family, they must navigate explosive outbursts, deep-seated pain, and the harsh judgment of a society that offers little support. With its raw performances and a bold, intimate visual style, Mommy is a powerful and unflinching exploration of unconditional love, mental illness, and the impossible choices that love demands.