'' I Killed My Mother '' ( ) is a 2009 Canadian drama film written and directed by Xavier Dolan . The film attracted international press attention when it won three awards from the Director 's Fortnight program at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival . After being shown , the film received a standing ovation . It was shown in 12 cinemas in Quebec and 60 in France
2009 Cannes Film Festival
2009 Cannes Film Festival
I Killed My Mother