Mother Wanted

A ruthless businesswoman, Evelyn, uses her charm and manipulation to exploit others, including her former lover, a wealthy businessman named Jack. When Jack's son, Bobby, gets into trouble with the law, Evelyn sees an opportunity to further her own agenda. She involves herself in the situation, leading to a series of comedic and criminal entanglements.

Mother Wanted was a direct-to-video release and received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven tone. Audience reception was similarly muted, with some viewers enjoying the campy performances while others found the film to be a forgettable crime-comedy.

• The film attempts a blend of comedy and crime but struggles to balance the tones effectively.

• Morgan Fairchild's performance is often highlighted as a standout, though it couldn't salvage the film.

• The plot is considered by many to be derivative and lacking originality.

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The film was directed by Hal Needham, who was also known for directing action-comedy films like 'Smokey and the Bandit' and 'The Cannonball Run', making this a departure from his typical genre.