IMDb 6.4 2000 HD

My Mother Frank

My Mother Frank

2000
Comedy Drama Romance
95 min NR USA
3.333 / 10
6.4 IMDB

When a meddlesome mother enrolls in university with her son, old and new worlds collide with awesome consequences.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Mark Lamprell
Starring
Sinéad Cusack / Sam Neill / Matthew Newton / Rose Byrne / Sacha Horler / Celia Ireland / Lynette Curran / Melissa Jaffer

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Reviews

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Chloe Davies
May 11, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'My Mother Frank' presents a bold and unconventional narrative about familial boundaries, or the distinct lack thereof. Sinéad Cusack embodies the overbearing mother with a compelling, almost unnerving, conviction. The film’s central conceit, while intriguing, sometimes leads to…

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Julian Croft
May 11, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A darkly comedic gem, 'My Mother Frank' excels through its sheer audacity and the powerhouse performances at its core. Sinéad Cusack is nothing short of spectacular as the mother who decides university is her next frontier, her every…

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Isabella Rossi
May 11, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The audacious concept of 'My Mother Frank' – a mother enrolling in her son's university course – promises much, and while it doesn't quite deliver on all fronts, it offers moments of genuine brilliance. Sinéad Cusack is captivating…

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Marcus Bell
May 11, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'My Mother Frank' is a surprisingly insightful character study disguised as a high-concept comedy. Sinéad Cusack delivers a tour de force performance as the matriarch whose interference takes an extraordinary turn. The film’s strength lies in its willingness…

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Eleanor Vance
May 11, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

In 'My Mother Frank,' the premise alone is enough to pique interest: a mother, played with formidable presence by Sinéad Cusack, decides to join her son at university. This collision of generations and personal boundaries is handled with…

FAQs

Fans of Australian cinema will likely recognise Rose Byrne, who has gone on to international stardom in films and television. Sinéad Cusack is a respected British stage and screen actress, while Sam Neill is a household name, particularly for his roles in genre films and acclaimed dramas. Matthew Newton has also had a notable career in Australian productions. Their collective experience suggests a strong ensemble performance at the heart of the film.