Community Cinema : Mother’s Instinct

A tense psychological thriller about friendship, grief and the dangerous edge of suspicion.
Set in the early 1960s, Mothers’ Instinct centres on two best friends and neighbours, Alice (Jessica Chastain) and Céline (Anne Hathaway), whose seemingly perfect suburban lives are torn apart after a tragic accident involving one of their sons. Guilt, paranoia and simmering resentment escalate into a gripping psychological battle as each woman’s instincts lead them down dark and unpredictable paths.
Why you’ll want to see it on the big screen
Powerful performances from Academy Award-winning stars Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway bring emotional depth to this unsettling drama.
Compelling tension: A blend of mystery, psychological suspense and character-driven conflict that keeps you guessing.
Stylish and evocative: Set against beautifully shot period detail, the film’s atmosphere enhances every moment of growing unease.