Argento's "Three Mothers" trilogy

Dario Argento's "Three Mothers" trilogy consists of three horror films—*Suspiria* (1977), *Inferno* (1980), and *The Mother of Tears* (2007)—centered on powerful, supernatural women representing destructive maternal forces. The trilogy explores themes of evil, ancestral darkness, and the influence of ancient, mystical female figures across generations. Each film features a different "Mother": a witch controlling dark forces, an ancient evil awakening, and a destructive maternal spirit threatening the world. Together, they create a mythic narrative about feminine power and male vulnerability, blending horror with atmospheric visual style rooted in Italian genre cinema.