FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL
Once Upon My Mother
In 1960s France, a fiercely devoted mother refuses to accept limitations placed on her son, born with a clubfoot. Guided by love, determination and an unshakable promise, she pushes him to overcome every obstacle life places in his path.
Director
Ken Scott (Starbuck)
CAST
Leïla Bekhti • Jonathan Cohen • Jeanne Balibar
RATING
VA
RUNTIME
1h 43m
COUNTRY
Canada, France
GENRE
Comedy, Drama
LANGUAGE
French (Eng Subs)
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Once Upon My Mother
ONCEUPON-0614-1630
Sun 14 Jun 4:30pm ncp
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FILM NOTES
A heartfelt and uplifting story of resilience, love and unwavering belief.
Based on a true story, Once Upon My Mother centres on an unbreakable bond — a mother’s refusal to let circumstance define her child’s future. Ken Scott approaches the story with warmth and sincerity, blending humour and emotion to capture both the challenges and the small victories that shape a life. Set against a changing France, the film traces a journey marked not by grand gestures, but by persistence and belief.
At its heart is a performance from Leïla Bekhti that radiates strength and compassion, grounding the film in something deeply human. The story unfolds with a generosity of spirit, celebrating resilience without losing sight of vulnerability. It’s a film that invites audiences to reflect on the power of encouragement — and the extraordinary impact one person’s faith can have on another’s life.