Mother's Day
Mother's Day

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Mother's Day

2010
Movie
112 min
English

Crazed members of a sadistic family return to their childhood home to terrorize the new owners.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Darren Lynn BousmanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this twisted horror film, three siblings return to their childhood home on Mother's Day, only to find it occupied by a ruthless killer known as 'Ike' and his deranged mother. They soon discover their mother has been secretly operating a dark criminal enterprise from the house, and the siblings are caught in the violent aftermath. To survive, they must confront the horrific secrets of their family and fight their way out of the deadly trap.

Critical Reception

Mother's Day (2010) received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its gratuitous violence, weak plot, and uninspired direction as significant flaws. While some acknowledged its attempt at a throwback slasher feel, the consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling or original horror experience. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding it too gory and lacking substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by a small minority for its gory practical effects and suspenseful moments.

  • Widely criticized for its excessive violence, predictable plot twists, and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a by-the-numbers slasher flick that struggles to stand out in the genre.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment indicates a strong division between viewers who appreciated its straightforward, violent approach to horror and those who found it to be excessively brutal and lacking in narrative depth.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1980 Troma film of the same name, though it significantly alters the plot and tone.

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John Chard

John Chard

I'm proud of my boys, they never forget their momma. Excellent remake of Troma's schlocky 80s original. Story has three criminal brothers on the run from a bank robbery gone wrong and they plan to hide out in their childhood home. Unfort...