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The Babysitter's Seduction
The mother of the family for which Michelle baby-sits dies unexpectedly. Michelle is asked to take over looking after the children and is gradually "seduced" by the father.
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Plot Summary
A young woman takes a job as a live-in babysitter for a wealthy family. She soon finds herself entangled in a dangerous web of seduction and manipulation orchestrated by the mother of the house. As the lines between desire and danger blur, the babysitter must navigate treacherous relationships to protect herself and uncover the dark secrets within the family.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television erotic thriller garnered mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its melodramatic plot and predictable twists. While some viewers might have found it titillating, critics generally deemed it an uninspired entry in the genre, relying heavily on sensationalism rather than compelling storytelling. Its production values are typical of television movies from the era.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks genuine suspense and relies on tired erotic thriller tropes.
Performances are often unconvincing, particularly in delivering the supposed dramatic weight.
The plot is convoluted and often strains credulity, even for its genre.
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Fun Fact
The film features an early role for Portia de Rossi, who would later gain significant recognition for her work in television series like 'Ally McBeal' and 'Arrested Development'.
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