The Best Mother in the World
A Melhor Mãe do Mundo
Synopsis
To escape her abusive husband, garbage collector Gal packs her two young children, Rihanna and Benin, onto the top of her cart and heads across São Paulo to her cousin’s house. As she struggles to avoid the dangers of the streets along the way, she convinces the children that they are on a big and exciting adventure. When they arrive at her cousin’s house, they are warmly welcomed and fed. However, what initially seems like a safe haven soon turns out to be a trap. Gal realises that not only her own safety is at risk, but also the future of her children.
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A MELHOR MÃE DO MUNDO | Trailer OficialOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-02-13
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Shirley Cruz
Gal
Seu Jorge
Leandro
Rihanna Barbosa
Rihanna
Benin Ayo
João Victor
Rejane Faria
Munda
Luedji Luna
Valdete
Rubens Santos
Anivaldo
Katiuscia Canoro
Delegada
Lourenço Mutarelli
Reginaldo
Ayomi Domenica
Adjane
Dexter
Babu
Kauezinho Rodrigues
Valdo
João Fellipe Felix
Neto
Lucas Andrade
Sabonete
Angela Valentin
Angela
Teka Romualdo
Cida
Tati de Tatiana
Dona da banca de tiro
Gueda Liberto
Eliete
Release History & Theatrical Window
Brazilian Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anna Muylaert
- Screenplay & Story
- Mariana Jaspe, Grace Passô, Anna Muylaert
- Original Score
- André Abujamra, George Nahssen
- Original Title
- A Melhor Mãe do Mundo
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- +Galeria, Grupo Telefilms, Biônica Filmes, Telefilms
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anna Muylaert
Mariana Jaspe, Grace Passô, Anna Muylaert
André Abujamra, George Nahssen
Lílis Soares
Fernando Stutz
Bianca Villar, Fernando Fraiha, Clara Ramos, Ricardo Costianovsky, Tomás Darcyl
Department Leadership Roster
Anna Muylaert
Director
Bianca Villar
Producer
Fernando Fraiha
Producer
Clara Ramos
Producer
Ricardo Costianovsky
Producer
Tomás Darcyl
Producer
Lílis Soares
Director of Photography
Mariana Jaspe
Writer
Karen Castanho
Producer
Grace Passô
Writer
Anna Muylaert
Writer
Gabriel Gurman
Producer
Fernando Stutz
Editor
Anna Muylaert
Producer
André Abujamra
Original Music Composer
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What is The Best Mother in the World about?
To escape her abusive husband, garbage collector Gal packs her two young children, Rihanna and Benin, onto the top of her cart and heads across São Paulo to her cousin’s house. As she struggles to avoid the dangers of the streets along the way, she convinces the children that they are on a big and exciting adventure. When they arrive at her cousin’s house, they are warmly welcomed and fed. However, what initially seems like a safe haven soon turns out to be a trap. Gal realises that not only her own safety is at risk, but also the future of her children.
Who directed The Best Mother in the World?
The Best Mother in the World was directed by Anna Muylaert.
Who stars in The Best Mother in the World?
The principal cast of The Best Mother in the World includes Shirley Cruz, Seu Jorge, Rihanna Barbosa, Benin Ayo, Rejane Faria.
When was The Best Mother in the World released and how long is it?
The Best Mother in the World was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Best Mother in the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Best Mother in the World was composed by André Abujamra, George Nahssen.