by Mirjana Karanovic
English
German
Mara, a successful businesswoman and single mother, is devastated by the unexpected death of her 19-year-old son. She cannot cope, withdraws completely, goes back to normal as if nothing had happened. Emotionally, she is barely surviving. She meets fitness trainer Milan, a close friend of her son. They have a brief and passionate love affair. Through what she learns from him, she slowly overcomes her grief. MOTHER MARA is a visually powerful drama about grief and recovery. 'Mirjana Karanovic is a big star in the Balcans. Here, she impresses as a highly talented director and, with her diva-like presence, proves herself suitable for a leading role in the next Almodovar film.' – Christian Jungen
Mirjana Karanovic is a Serbian actress and director. She gained international recognition with her role as the mother in Kusturica's WHEN FATHER WAS AWAY ON BUSINESS (1985). One of her most significant roles was as Esma in the film GRABAVICA: THE LAND OF MY DREAMS (2006) by Jasmila Zbanic, which won the Golden Bear. She made her directorial debut with A GOOD WIFE (2016) at the renowned Sundance Festival, which was subsequently shown at over forty festivals. MOTHER MARA is her second feature film. MOTHER MARA (2024) / A GOOD WIFE (2016)
