Mother Mary

This is not a ghost story.
Mother Mary (2026)
Timing: 1:52 (112 min)
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Budget
$20 000 000
Box office
$3 014 660
Director
Scenario
Producer
Maximilian Leo, Jonathan Saubach, David Lowery, Toby Halbrooks, Jonas Katzenstein, James M. Johnston, Jeanie Igoe, Ryan Heller, Michael Bloom, Philipp Klausing
Camera operator
Andrew Droz Palermo
Composer
Daniel Hart
Artist
Francesca Balestra Di Mottola, Matt Challenor
Audition
Aine O'Sullivan

Short description

Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer Sam Anselm on the eve of her comeback performance.

What's left behind the scenes

  • Preparing for the shoot, Anne Hathaway took dance lessons herself, visited dance studios and performances, and reviewed relevant video recordings.
  • The dress for the final scene of the character played by Anne Hathaway was created by Iris van Herpen from the Netherlands, who is known for her designs for Lady Gaga, Björk, and Tilda Swinton, and who combines traditional couture with modern technology (such as 3D printing) in her work.
  • Initially, director and screenwriter David Lowery intended to film the movie with only two main characters, but over time, he had to abandon this idea.
  • In preparation for filming, Anne Hathaway took dance lessons herself, visiting dance studios and attending live performances, as well as reviewing relevant video recordings.
  • Production designer Francesca Balestra di Mottole herself developed the design of the flooring and the loft where Michaela Coel's character conceived the images of future creations. Initially, everything was monochromatic, and color and lighting were added later.
  • The dress for the final scene of the character played by Anne Hathaway was created by Iris van Herpen from the Netherlands, who is known for her gowns for Lady Gaga, Björk, and Tilda Swinton, and who combines traditional couture with modern technology (such as 3D printing) in her work.
  • In the screenplay, the Red Woman is described simply as a "ghostly red image." She was portrayed on screen without the use of computer graphics. The filmmakers were assisted by Daniel Wurtzel from Brooklyn, who is famous for installations using air currents and lightweight fabrics.
  • Initially, director and screenwriter David Lowery intended to film with only two main characters, but over time, he had to abandon this idea.
  • The production designer, Francesca Balestra Di Mottola, personally designed the flooring and the loft where Michaela Coel's character conceptualized her future creations. Initially, everything was monochrome, with color and lighting added later.

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