My Mother Is Crazy

Nina Renner is an unpredictable, theatrical mother whose volatile relationship with her adult son, Baptiste, sets the stage for a chaotic road trip that mixes awkwardness and laughter. When Nina insists on dragging the reluctant Baptiste along, their trip becomes a string of misadventures, run-ins with eccentric acquaintances, and sharp exchanges that reveal long-buried grievances. Along the way they encounter figures like the enigmatic Jess and a slippery dealer, each episode testing boundaries and forcing small, honest moments between them. The film keeps its tone light, focusing on character interaction rather than high stakes, and avoids big twists while tracking how two stubborn people handle family friction.

Directed by Diane Kurys and released in 2018, the film was developed from material by Pietro Caracciolo and Sacha Sperling. Kurys brings her familiar interest in relationships to a contemporary comedy, supported by a cast led by Fanny Ardant and singer-actor Vianney.

The film did not collect major international awards or land Academy or Golden Globe nominations. It saw limited recognition within regional French festival coverage and among some critics, but it did not become a significant awards contender on the global festival circuit.

Critics offered mixed responses, reflected in a modest average score of 5.5 out of 10 from viewers. Reviewers tended to praise Fanny Ardant for investing Nina with theatrical energy, while pointing out uneven pacing and tone. The movie handles themes of aging, familial obligation, and the awkward attempt to reconnect, relying on comic set pieces and character interactions rather than dramatic revelation.

While it never reached broad cultural prominence, the film found a niche audience who liked its offbeat humor and Ardant's performance. A few scenes and lines have shown up in social media mentions and personal recommendations, mostly among fans of French comedies, but the movie remains a smaller entry in the director and lead actors' filmographies rather than a mainstream touchstone.