Emma's Wish
Emma's Wish

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Emma's Wish

1998
Movie
106 min
English

A lonely retirement home resident obtains a magical ring on her 75th birthday which grants her wish to again be young. Awakening the next morning she finds herself to be 40 years old again. She leaves the home and takes a position as a housekeeper for her daughter, who does not recognize her.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Alan MetterGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A devoted mother discovers that her daughter has a rare, life-threatening illness. Facing insurmountable odds and a grim prognosis, she embarks on a desperate journey to find a cure and save her child. The film explores themes of hope, resilience, and the power of a mother's love against the backdrop of medical uncertainty.

Critical Reception

Emma's Wish was a made-for-television movie that garnered a mixed to positive reception, primarily praised for its emotional depth and performances, particularly from its lead actress. While some critics found the narrative predictable, others lauded its heartfelt portrayal of a family's struggle with illness.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional resonance and strong central performance.

  • Criticized by some for a sentimental and predictable storyline.

  • Considered a touching, albeit melodramatic, family drama.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented with specific aggregate scores. However, based on general commentary for similar television dramas, viewers likely appreciated the film's focus on family values and overcoming adversity, though some may have found the emotional tone overly sentimental.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by the Hallmark Entertainment and aired on CBS as part of their programming.

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