A Mother's Instinct
Holly Mitchell a divorcee, remarries widower, Carl Gibbons, the father of two small boys. When she begins to question his past, he disappears with the boys. She then learns that the boys' mother is still alive, having been deserted five years ago. The two 'wives' join forces to find him and the boys.
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Plot Summary
After her son is critically injured in a suspicious accident, a devoted mother begins to suspect that his older sister may be responsible. As she delves deeper, she uncovers dark family secrets and a disturbing pattern of behavior that tests her belief in her own child. The film explores themes of maternal love, deception, and the complex nature of family relationships under extreme duress.
Critical Reception
A Mother's Instinct was a made-for-television film that garnered moderate attention upon its release. Reviews generally focused on its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Kim Cattrall. While not widely acclaimed as a groundbreaking thriller, it was considered a competently made drama that delivered on its suspenseful premise for its intended audience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful and intriguing storyline.
- Kim Cattrall's performance as the concerned mother was a highlight.
- Some found the plot predictable, but it generally held viewer interest.
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Fun Fact
Kim Cattrall, known for her role as Samantha Jones in 'Sex and the City', starred as the central protagonist in this made-for-television thriller.
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