Mom, Can I Keep Her?
Timmy Blair has the usual twelve-year-old's share of problems: his father is too busy at work, his new stepmother loads him with chores, and school life is as difficult as ever. When a furry friend follows him home from school, Timmy is delighted. There's only one problem. His new-found buddy is a 500 pound gorilla.
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Plot Summary
A quirky family adopts a stray dog, unaware of its surprisingly sophisticated and manipulative nature. The dog quickly becomes the center of attention, leading to humorous chaos and the testing of family bonds as they try to manage their new, demanding pet. The family's dynamic is hilariously turned upside down by the canine's antics.
Critical Reception
Mom, Can I Keep Her? received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was largely ignored by audiences. It is often cited as one of Fran Drescher's lesser-known and least successful films, struggling with a weak script and uninspired direction.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks humor and originality.
- A predictable and tiresome family comedy.
- Relies heavily on slapstick with little substance.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable, but the film is generally considered a critical misstep with little to recommend it.
Fun Fact
The film was Fran Drescher's first major role after the successful run of her sitcom 'The Nanny', and it failed to replicate her television success.
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