Friday, September 25, 2026

Brief thoughts on Report to Mother (1986) NYFF 2026


A man traveling across country, finds his plans altered when he discovers a friend has died and decides to make the trip to inform the deadman's mother.

Shot in a documentary like style that feels like a European neo-realist film from the 1960's. We are there and in the moment, traveling across the country and meeting people.

While the film can be a bit mannered at times, I liked this film a great deal. I love that we fall into the film and leave our seats. 

Recommended.

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