Cinematernity

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Exploring the metaphor of motherhood in film production, Lucy Fischer analyzes its representation across diverse genres beyond traditional "women's" cinema. She challenges the focus on melodramas and highlights how motherhood often embodies a site of crisis, with mothers frequently held responsible for their children's troubles. Fischer delves into how various genres uniquely address the social and psychological aspects of maternity, revealing its fundamental significance in the cinematic landscape.