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100 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

Three decades of family life unfold as a formerly homeless family relies on their matriarch, known as "Mama General," who is now facing terminal illness.

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Why Watch

  • Meet the Mama General and her large family.
  • See how a mother keeps a family united.
  • Find out what happens as Mama General's health declines.

Did You Know

  • The family was formerly homeless since the mid-seventies.
  • The film spans three decades of the family's life.
  • The Mama General's motto is 'one for all - all for one'.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 100 minutes.

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Family dynamicsMotherhood storiesDocumentary enthusiasts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Mother for Life?

Peter Heller directed the documentary Mother for Life.

What is the duration of the documentary Mother for Life?

The duration of Mother for Life is 100 minutes.

What motto does the mother figure in Mother for Life follow?

The mother figure follows the motto 'one for all - all for one'.

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