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Maternal Overdrive

September 18, 2006 0h 23m

Originally released in 2006. Maternal Overdrive is a documentary film. directed by Robert Fischer. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Todd Haynes

Synopsis

Todd Haynes, who considers Max Ophuls’ THE RECKLESS MOMENT (1949) one of his ten favorite films of all time, gives a wonderful 22 minute introduction of the film, titled "Maternal Overdrive," a term he uses to describe the state of the protagonist, Lucia Harper (Joan Bennett).

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 18, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 0h 23m 23 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Fiction Factory
  • Second Sight Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maternal Overdrive about?

Todd Haynes, who considers Max Ophuls’ THE RECKLESS MOMENT (1949) one of his ten favorite films of all time, gives a wonderful 22 minute introduction of the film, titled "Maternal Overdrive," a t...

Who directed Maternal Overdrive?

Maternal Overdrive was directed by Robert Fischer.

How long is Maternal Overdrive?

Maternal Overdrive has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).

When was Maternal Overdrive released?

Maternal Overdrive was released on September 18, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Maternal Overdrive?

The main cast of Maternal Overdrive includes Todd Haynes.