Freaks of Nurture is an animated short about a neurotic mother-daughter relationship inspired by the filmmaker’s own unorthodox upbringing with her single-parent mom, who is also a foster parent and dog breeder. Self-deprecating and bursting with energy, the film reveals that no matter how grown-up we think we are, we never quite stop craving the love and support of a parent.
Freaks of Nurture is an animated short about a neurotic mother-daughter relationship inspired by the filmmaker’s own unorthodox upbringing with her single-parent mom, who is also a foster parent and dog breeder. Self-deprecating and bursting with energy, the film reveals that no matter how grown-up we think we are, we never quite stop craving the love and support of a parent.
Ages 14 to 18
Family Studies/Home Economics - Family Diversity and Challenges
Family Studies/Home Economics - Parenting
Family Studies/Home Economics - Relationships
Health/Personal Development - Healthy Relationships
Warnings: Language
Look for details in the film that explain the relationship between mother and daughter. Why is the daughter so needy? Why is the mother so distracted? What would you suggest to help this relationship? Role play this comedy with a partner. Imagine the characters 10 years later; what may have changed?