Watch: ‘My Dearest Mother’ - Maltese Short Film Tackles Grief And Aims For The Global Stage

Maltese Short Film Explores Grief and Family Bonds

A new Maltese short film, "My Dearest Mother", is making waves and aiming for the global stage.

The film tells the story of a daughter and mother who are forced to confront their past and shared experiences as they mark the first anniversary of the death of the household's patriarch.

Despite his physical absence, the patriarch's presence and impact still linger, shaping the tension between the two women.

Co-written by Bonello Ghio and Maltese actress Marama Corlett, the film delves into themes of grief, memory, and unspoken family wounds.

As the story unfolds, a solemn remembrance turns into a raw and emotional reckoning with love, loss, and legacy.

The film explores the quiet tension that unfolds between the two women, shaped by the patriarch's lingering presence.

Author's summary: New Maltese short film tackles grief.

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