Sweet Mother(2012)
Maternal love, at the heart of a quest for identity, between secrets and reconciliation
Picucha may seem old-fashioned, but she has modern ideas and a great sense of humor. As the matriarch of a big family, she is involved in the daily lives of her children, grandchildren and other relatives. Undeterred by the typical problems of old age, she uses her many years of experience to solve problems in the best way possible.
Movie: Sweet Mother
Top 10 Billed Cast
Dona Picucha (Maria Izabel de Souza)
Silvio de Souza
Elaine de Souza
Fernando de Souza
Suzana de Souza
Jesus Medeiros
Zaida
Carolina de Souza
Florinha de Souza
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Picucha may seem old-fashioned, but she has modern ideas and a great sense of humor. As the matriarch of a big family, she is involved in the daily lives of her children, grandchildren and other relatives. Undeterred by the typical problems of old age, she uses her many years of experience to solve problems in the best way possible.
Release Date
2012-12-27
Average
8.7
Rating:
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Maternal love, at the heart of a quest for identity, between secrets and reconciliation
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