Sins of the Mother
Sins of the Mother

Sins of the Mother

1991Movie93 minEnglish

A charismatic Real Estate agent, Kevin Coe, is publicly proud of his mother, a prominent socialite, but privately he must put up with her constant belittlements and taunts. And while his latest girlfriend starts discovering the depths of his anguish, no one connects him with a long series of violent rapes that have been troubling the area.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Rod HolcombGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life of a young woman who becomes involved in a life of crime and prostitution after a traumatic childhood experience. Raised by a mother who struggles with addiction and a history of abuse, she seeks solace and belonging in dangerous places. As she navigates this difficult path, she faces numerous challenges and personal betrayals.

Critical Reception

As a made-for-television movie, 'Sins of the Mother' received a mixed but generally favorable reception, particularly for its performances. The film was noted for its sensitive handling of difficult themes like child abuse, addiction, and the exploitation of women.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is praised for its strong lead performances, particularly JoBeth Williams.
  • It effectively tackles dark and sensitive subject matter.
  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this made-for-television movie is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the true story of a woman who recounted her life experiences in a memoir.

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