Photojournalist Janis (Penélope Cruz) sought the help of anthropologist Arturo (Israel Elejalde) in locating the remains of her Civil War dead ancestor... but the liaison left her pregnant. Bonding with her maternity ward roommate-the withdrawn teenager Ana (Milena Smit)-they'd respectively find challenges expected and unexpected in their fatherless households. Pedro Almodovar's affecting study also stars Rossy de Palma, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón. 123 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: Spanish; Subtitles: Engish. In Spanish with English subtitles.
"Parallel Mothers" on DVD, produced by Sony Pictures, is a captivating Spanish drama directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. The film tells the intertwined stories of two women who meet in a maternity ward and whose lives become unexpectedly connected. With its powerful narrative about motherhood, identity, and secrets from the past, "Parallel Mothers" has been praised for its emotional depth and visual artistry. Sony Pictures is renowned worldwide for distributing high-quality films across genres; their commitment to cinematic excellence ensures that this release meets top standards in audio-visual presentation.
The movie stars Penélope Cruz as Janis?a role that earned her international acclaim including an Academy Award nomination?and Milena Smit as Ana. Penélope Cruz is one of Spain?s most celebrated actresses with notable performances in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," "Volver," and "All About My Mother." Director Pedro Almodóvar is recognized globally for his unique storytelling style seen in masterpieces like "Talk to Her," "Pain and Glory," and multiple collaborations with Cruz. Other key contributors include composer Alberto Iglesias (frequent Almodóvar collaborator), whose evocative scores have garnered numerous awards.