When New York attorney Gordon Hocheiser meets Louise Callan, the girl of his dreams, he schemes to eliminate his aging, senile mother, even though he promised his late father that he'd always take care of her. He fears that his batty mom's eccentricities will shortly lead to Louise's departure.
Gordon Lamonsoff is a struggling writer whose life is complicated by his senile and demanding mother, who lives with him. When he attempts to find a new owner for her, he inadvertently creates a series of chaotic and darkly comedic situations. His personal life, including a budding romance, is constantly derailed by his mother's eccentricities and his own awkward attempts to manage the situation.
Where's Poppa? was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its dark humor and performances, particularly Ruth Gordon's. However, some found its subject matter and comedic approach to be too controversial or offensive. Audiences were similarly divided, with some embracing its unconventional comedic style and others put off by its themes.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's unique and often taboo-breaking humor, with many highlighting the memorable performances. Some viewers found the comedy to be too dark or unsettling, but the consensus leans towards appreciation for its audacity.
Ruth Gordon was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.
The film's dark subject matter and controversial humor led to its initial limited release and discussion about censorship in comedy.
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