--- product_id: 1646091 title: "I Remember Mama (DVD)" price: "83.81 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1646091-i-remember-mama-dvd store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # I Remember Mama (DVD) **Price:** 83.81 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** I Remember Mama (DVD) - **How much does it cost?** 83.81 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1646091-i-remember-mama-dvd) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Product Description I Remember Mama (DVD)Barbara Bel Geddes and Irene Dunn star in this reminiscence of a daughter for the mother holding their family together with love and discipline in the heartwarming I Remember Mama. Mama (Dunn--The Awful Truth, Life with Father) emigrated from Norway to early 20th century San Francisco, where she has devoted her life to her children, including Katrin (Bel Geddes--"Dallas," Vertigo), keeping her house in order and reigning in their offbeat relatives, friends and boarders in this family classic. Based on Kathryn Forbes' short story collection "Mama's Bank Account" and the play by John Van Druten.]]> desertcart.com This high point in the 1940s vogue for movies about family life at the turn of the century was directed by George Stevens (Shane), and stars Irene Dunne as the matriarch of a Norwegian family that faces hard knocks with grace in 1910 (or so) San Francisco. Based on John Van Druten's hit play (derived from Kathryn Forbes's autobiographical memoir), the film is gorgeously rendered and quite moving as an act of memory. The sterling cast of character actors--Edgar Bergen, Rudy Vallee, Oscar Homolka, Barbara Bel Geddes, Ellen Corby, Cedric Hardwicke--add great texture and a depth of experience that make the film feel quite lived-in. Hardwicke's turn as a penniless boarder who "pays" his rent by reciting from classic literature is a special highlight. --Tom Keogh Review: A wonderful film of family life and not as overly sweet as the title might suggest. - I Remember Mama was one of the very best of Hollywood's Golden Age nostalgic films about family life. Yes, it's sweet, and innocent too, but it's not saccharine or idealized and deals with serious issues like childhood illness and death in the family. The family is the Hanson's, headed by Mama (Irene Dunne) and Papa (Philip Dorn) and their four children, Katrin, Nels,Christine and Dagmar. They are part of an extended family who all moved to San Francisco from Norway to keep themselves close to each other. Mama's rented house is at the top of Larkin Street with a view of the bay. They are headed by gruff Uncle Chris (Oskar Homolka), the three nieces, Jenny (who is bossy), Sigrid (who whines and complains) and Trina (a spinster suddenly about to be married) and little cousin Arne, Sigrid's boy. The story is intricate and episodic but really draws you in after a while because it seems so real with genuine family issues and characters who are not all perfect and have their flaws. The ensemble cast is simply marvelous from the children to old Uncle Chris. Oskar Homolka recreated his stage role as the family patriarch in one of the best movie roles of his career. Edgar Bergen is absolutely unrecognizable as shy Mr. Thorkelson, and Florence Bates makes a memorable appearance as a noted author who loves good food. Then, of course there's Irene Dunne in one of the best roles in her career and one of the five for which she achieved an academy award nomination (she was known as "the best actress who never won an Academy Award). Originally a dramatic actress known for films like Back Street and Love Affair, she switched gears to become one of the best comic actresses with Theodora Goes Wild, The Awful Truth and my Favorite Wife. with her usual dedication she studied several months with a Norwegian teacher to get the accent right. The result is a note-perfect performance from beginning to end. The title may sound a bit cloying and even the DVD cover looks a little too sentimental, but this is a truly fine movie that those who like classic films and really, anyone else should enjoy. Give it a chance. EXTRA NOTE ON MARLON BRANDO: A lot of fuss is made about the fact that Marlon Brando played the son, Nels, in the original stage production, one of his first roles. Many people have said he should have gotten the movie role as well. But I disagree with that idea. If Brando was in it his presence might have become the main thing the film would be known for. His presence would overshadow everything else and we would never see Nels, we'd see Brando. I think the unknown Steve Brown made a perfect Nels and blended in with the ensemble cast without creating undue attention to himself. And really, he looks a lot more Norwegian than Marlon Brando. Review: Love this Film - Wonderful, heartwarming movie. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0004Z322O | | Actors | Barbara Bel Geddes, Cedric Hardwicke, Irene Dunne, Oskar Homolka, Philip Dorn | | Aspect Ratio | 1.33:1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,661 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #430 in Kids & Family DVDs #508 in Comedy (Movies & TV) #552 in Drama DVDs | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,047) | | Director | George Stevens | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 904862288 | | Language | English (Mono), Unqualified | | MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) | | Media Format | Black & White, Closed-captioned, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled | | Number of discs | 1 | | Producers | Harriet Parsons | | Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 1.6 ounces | | Release date | December 7, 2004 | | Run time | 2 hours and 14 minutes | | Studio | WarnerBrothers | | Subtitles: | English, French, Spanish | | Writers | DeWitt Bodeen | ## Product Details - **Format:** Black & White, Closed-captioned, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled - **Genre:** Comedy, Drama - **Initial release date:** 2004-12-07 - **Language:** English ## Images ![I Remember Mama (DVD) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dE-asSEBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful film of family life and not as overly sweet as the title might suggest. *by J***F on January 7, 2017* I Remember Mama was one of the very best of Hollywood's Golden Age nostalgic films about family life. Yes, it's sweet, and innocent too, but it's not saccharine or idealized and deals with serious issues like childhood illness and death in the family. The family is the Hanson's, headed by Mama (Irene Dunne) and Papa (Philip Dorn) and their four children, Katrin, Nels,Christine and Dagmar. They are part of an extended family who all moved to San Francisco from Norway to keep themselves close to each other. Mama's rented house is at the top of Larkin Street with a view of the bay. They are headed by gruff Uncle Chris (Oskar Homolka), the three nieces, Jenny (who is bossy), Sigrid (who whines and complains) and Trina (a spinster suddenly about to be married) and little cousin Arne, Sigrid's boy. The story is intricate and episodic but really draws you in after a while because it seems so real with genuine family issues and characters who are not all perfect and have their flaws. The ensemble cast is simply marvelous from the children to old Uncle Chris. Oskar Homolka recreated his stage role as the family patriarch in one of the best movie roles of his career. Edgar Bergen is absolutely unrecognizable as shy Mr. Thorkelson, and Florence Bates makes a memorable appearance as a noted author who loves good food. Then, of course there's Irene Dunne in one of the best roles in her career and one of the five for which she achieved an academy award nomination (she was known as "the best actress who never won an Academy Award). Originally a dramatic actress known for films like Back Street and Love Affair, she switched gears to become one of the best comic actresses with Theodora Goes Wild, The Awful Truth and my Favorite Wife. with her usual dedication she studied several months with a Norwegian teacher to get the accent right. The result is a note-perfect performance from beginning to end. The title may sound a bit cloying and even the DVD cover looks a little too sentimental, but this is a truly fine movie that those who like classic films and really, anyone else should enjoy. Give it a chance. EXTRA NOTE ON MARLON BRANDO: A lot of fuss is made about the fact that Marlon Brando played the son, Nels, in the original stage production, one of his first roles. Many people have said he should have gotten the movie role as well. But I disagree with that idea. If Brando was in it his presence might have become the main thing the film would be known for. His presence would overshadow everything else and we would never see Nels, we'd see Brando. I think the unknown Steve Brown made a perfect Nels and blended in with the ensemble cast without creating undue attention to himself. And really, he looks a lot more Norwegian than Marlon Brando. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love this Film *by J***E on March 2, 2026* Wonderful, heartwarming movie. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another precious heirloom recovered *by O***� on February 7, 2013* This past holiday, I gave this film to a wonderful lady met at work. I work in a hospital and oftentimes find myself drawn into the most interesting conversations with people. She was disheartened at the caliber of today's films, and wistfully recalled movies from the 1930's and 1940's as being the best ever made. I agreed, and added 1950's to that sum. To me, those were decades that remain unsurpassed in the arena of cinematic grandeur, charm, substance, quality and style. Moreover, the actors were phenomenal. Just that fabulous. My elderly patient and I speculated about who was -A Dish- . Of course, Cary Grant tops my list (it's really a tie between he and Gregory Peck) . My patient also adores Cary Grant (her words: Dream Boat (: ) This then led into leading ladies, with Irene Dunne being his most favored. Agree agree agree! They went together so well. - Irene is fantastic in this film. She stands superbly on her own, even sans a leading man. Admittedly, I was acclimated to seeing her in more fun, happier, even some kookier roles, but she outdoes herself as always here, notwithstanding a much more subdued and serious character. She performs flawlessly and has an impressive supporting cast, all winners. The film is long. It takes a bit to warm up to the setting and storyline. Be patient. It is well done and merits at least viewing twice before you form an opinion either way. Ones who grew up with this will not be surprised or disappointed. The film is good, solid, decent, and conveys a strong message of togetherness and the strength of family bonds. I would rather not include spoilers in any film (and most book) reviews I write, because I don't want to ruin any plot or ending etc for first time viewers; but if you are a fan of true classics and silver screen stars...this movie will warm your heart. My dear patient is thrilled with this film. She relayed to me how happy it it makes her to have seen this again, after so many years. So glad am I that I could bring her bits of joy with this small gesture. I am utterly thankful these cinematic masterpieces have made their way into the world of today's technology, to include remastering, and conversion to DVD. ## Frequently Bought Together - I Remember Mama (DVD) - Life With Father - I Remember Mama TV Series --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1646091-i-remember-mama-dvd](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1646091-i-remember-mama-dvd) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*