Naman Shrestha
Directed by Mateusz Rakowicz, Netflix’s ‘Mother’s Day’ is a Polish action thriller movie that revolves around Maks, a teenager kidnapped by a bunch of dangerous gangsters. Luckily for him, his mother is a secretive and retired NATO Special Operations agent named Nina, who might be estranged, but she still comes out of retirement and makes the most of all her deadly skills to save her child. As for her, finding her son is a chance for her to get back on the field, get the adrenaline rush that was long gone from her life, and finally become a part of her son’s life.
Starring Agnieszka Grochowska, Adrian Delikta, Dariusz Chojnacki, Paulina Chruściel, Paweł Koślik, and Arkadiusz Brykalski, the thriller drama movie takes place in a variety of different settings as Nina embarks on a mission to search for her kidnapped son. The dramatic visual effects, such as that of the rain, complement the movie’s overall vibe. The fighting and chase sequences are set against some interesting and ever-so-changing backdrops, which will likely make you wonder where ‘Mother’s Day’ was filmed. In that case, allow us to fill you in on all the details!
Mother’s Day Filming Locations
‘Mother’s Day’ was filmed entirely in Poland, seemingly in and around Warsaw. As per reports, the principal photography for the Polish action movie commenced in May 2022 and wrapped up after about 36 shooting days in late June of the same year. Situated in Central Europe, the Republic of Poland is known for its diverse landscapes regarding landforms, ecosystems, and water bodies, making it an ideal filming site for different productions. Now, let’s not waste time and dive into all the specific locations that appear in the Netflix movie!
Warsaw, Poland
Almost all the pivotal sequences of ‘Mother’s Day’ were supposedly lensed in Warsaw, situated on the River Vistula in east-central Poland. Officially known as the Capital City of Warsaw, the production team utilized its locales to shoot several key portions for the movie, and that too against suitable backdrops. Regarding the interior and some action sequences, they were probably shot on a sound stage or two in one of the film studios in the city. In fact, Warsaw has a significant movie and TV industry as it is home to numerous production companies and studios, including TOR, Czołówka, Zebra, and Kadr.
When it comes to the exterior shots included in ‘Mother’s Day,’ they were seemingly taped on location as the cast and crew members set up camp in different neighborhoods and streets. So, you will likely spot several popular landmarks and monuments in the city. Some are the Royal Castle, Sigismund’s Column, Market Square, the Presidential Palace, the Museum of the History of Polish Jews, and the Carroll Porczyński Collection Museum.
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