Monster-in-Law

A woman finds herself in a terrible predicament when she falls in love with a man whose mother turns out to be a manipulative and cruel woman determined to sabotage their relationship. The bride-to-be goes to great lengths to survive the wedding preparations and her future mother-in-law's schemes, leading to a chaotic and often hilarious battle of wills. The story explores the extreme lengths one might go to for love, and the comedic consequences of family feuds.

Monster-in-Law was a box office success, particularly driven by its star power, but it received generally negative reviews from critics. Reviewers often cited predictable plotting and a reliance on slapstick humor over nuanced character development. However, Jane Fonda's performance was frequently singled out as a highlight, marking a notable return to the screen.

• Criticized for its formulaic plot and over-the-top comedic style.
• Jane Fonda's performance as the villainous mother-in-law was a frequent point of praise.
• Considered a light-hearted, if predictable, romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a generally entertaining, albeit predictable, comedy. Many viewers enjoyed the performances, particularly Jane Fonda's comedic turn, and found the premise amusing, though some felt the humor was too slapstick or the plot too unbelievable.

Nominated for Best Supporting Actress (Jane Fonda) at the MTV Movie Awards.

Jane Fonda's role as the overbearing mother-in-law was her first major film role in 15 years, following her 1990 film "Old Gringo".