Stage Mother

Jacki Weaver is excellent in this colourful culture-clash comedy...

Weaver adapts her tough mama person to a level of Baptist nice who winces when someone curses but isn’t afraid to wield a gun when necessary.

...the performances are solid across the board, with Tangerine star Mya Taylor a particular standout as a trans woman in the midst of her journey.

The success of the film rests on Weaver's capable shoulders, and she proves once again that she's a phenomenal acting talent.

...the musical drag-show moments are a joy...