Movie and TV show reviews

According to Toomas Ili, head of content at Elisa Estonia, our country presents an engaging blend of modernity and innovation alongside a rich Soviet legacy. Our landscapes and architecture remain relatively unknown globally, which has sparked interest from Hollywood productions in the Baltics. Furthermore, our knack for accomplishing much with limited resources is notable. The latest series he’s involved with, the Ukrainian-Estonian drama titled “My Dear Mother,” focusing on a woman grappling with her mother’s heartbreaking demise, will debut at Berlinale Series Market Selects.

The film serves as a sequel to Bourboulon’s dual-installment action series “The Three Musketeers,” which were both manufactured by Chapter 2 and Pathé and achieved significant success at the French box office, along with being distributed in numerous international markets.

In most families, it’s typically the adults who are in control, watching over their children’s actions and selectively disclosing information. However, in the intriguing concept put forth by writer-director Frédéric Hambalek, this conventional dynamic is flipped on its head. Instead, a young girl mysteriously gains power over her parents, acting as their moral compass, confidant, and eventual reflection of their true natures. This story can be both amusing and unsettling, making it potentially appealing to audiences beyond Germany (where the film debuted in competition at the Berlin Film Festival). Despite some unresolved issues, Hambalek’s idea certainly has potential.