Once Upon My Mother is an uplifting family drama based on Roland Perez's bestselling autobiography. Set in France beginning in 1963, the film follows Esther Perez, a Moroccan-Jewish immigrant and devoted mother of six, who refuses to accept doctors predictions that her newborn son Roland—born with a clubfoot—will never live a full life. Driven by unwavering faith, determination, and unconditional love, Esther dedicates herself to helping Roland overcome every obstacle in his path. Spanning decades, the story chronicles a remarkable mother-son bond and celebrates the sacrifices parents make to help their children achieve their dreams make to help their children achieve their dreams. Balancing humor with heartfelt emotion, the film became a major box-office success in France. At its core, Once Upon My Mother is an inspiring tribute to resilience, hope, family, and the transformative power of a mother's love.