Mask (1985)

Beneath a veneer of gritty realism, a poignant story unfolds. A disfigured, yet intellectually gifted, teenager navigates the turbulent waters of adolescence, shadowed by his unconventional mother. She's a biker, fiercely protective, and determined to carve out a semblance of normalcy for her son within their extraordinary circumstances. Their bond is tested as they confront prejudice and societal expectations, forcing them to forge their own definition of family. The film explores themes of acceptance, resilience, and the enduring power of a mother's love in the face of adversity. This is a world where the abnormal becomes the norm.