A Happy Mother's Day
Synopsis
A cinéma vérité documentary observing the Fischer family of Aberdeen, South Dakota, following the 1963 birth of the first surviving American quintuplets. Filmed shortly after the event, the film contrasts civic promotion, media attention, and commercial interest with the private fatigue and quiet suffering of Mrs. Fischer, revealing the tensions between spectacle and family life.
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December 31, 1963
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November 1, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joyce Chopra, Richard Leacock
- Original Title
- A Happy Mother's Day
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joyce Chopra, Richard Leacock
Nancy Sen
Department Leadership Roster
Joyce Chopra
Director
Richard Leacock
Director
Nancy Sen
Editor
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What is A Happy Mother's Day about?
A cinéma vérité documentary observing the Fischer family of Aberdeen, South Dakota, following the 1963 birth of the first surviving American quintuplets. Filmed shortly after the event, the film contrasts civic promotion, media attention, and commercial interest with the private fatigue and quiet suffering of Mrs. Fischer, revealing the tensions between spectacle and family life.
Who directed A Happy Mother's Day?
A Happy Mother's Day was directed by Joyce Chopra, Richard Leacock.
Who stars in A Happy Mother's Day?
The principal cast of A Happy Mother's Day includes Ed McCurdy.
When was A Happy Mother's Day released and how long is it?
A Happy Mother's Day was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 26m.