M.O.M.: Mothers of Monsters

A tense, engrossing thriller, I was pleasantly entertained with this story that felt real and genuinely disturbing. It moves forward at a good pace with plenty of twists and reveals that kept me captivated. Parents especially will find it particularly relatable and frightening, and it provides some food for thought on parenting, abuse and trauma. The film certainly isn't for the faint of heart, but the scenarios and violence both entertain and make a point. And I particularly liked the clever use of practical cameras. But what really sells the story is the impressive, powerful acting from the two leads which add to the film's authenticity, relatableness, and emotional power.

I was hooked by the concept and the movie didn't disappoint. Love the found footage element, a device used very effectively. Well done!

At this point in History, it is very obvious we are fascinated by psychopaths. American movies have shown them in ALL colours possible - we have handsome psychopaths(Dexter), female psychopaths(Gone Girl), sympathetic psychopaths(SOTL), hot psychopaths(Basic Instinct), psychopaths that love to be in the spotlight(The Following), psychopaths that want to save the world(Watchmen), bald psychopaths(Pitch Black), psychopaths that steal the show(The Dark Knight) and, last but not the least, child psychopaths in formation, one of which, the kid from this film. Pretty clever, it follows a young mother that sees ALL the signs of psychopathy in her teenage boy, and decides to do something about it before too late. Being a 'found footage' film of sorts, it's ALL about the recordings she does, so It might put the more traditional viewers off. Good acting and an interesting plot, above the 'found footage' average, does pay off, though.

Pretty good movie that leaves you guessing all the way til the end. Definitely worth the watch. Wasn't expecting much, but got a lot more. Didn't add much to the genre, but kept me very entertained throughout. I'd give it a shot.

Mothers of Monsters is a super creepy psychological thriller about a mother that believes she is raising a psychopath. M.O.M. delivers on so many levels. Great performances by the cast and a great script. This movie was so disturbing. I can't recommend it enough.