
A Bad Moms Christmas
2017

1996
PGDirector
Hugh Wilson
Runtime
102 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
After years of helping their hubbies climb the ladder of success, three mid-life Manhattanites have been dumped for a newer, curvier model. But the trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts - in the wallet!
Overall Score
Fair
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film operates within a conventional heteronormative framework. The narrative focuses strictly on the dissolution of heterosexual marriages and the reclamation of identity by female protagonists.
Gender Representation
The story disrupts traditional hierarchies by centering women who reclaim intellectual and social dominance. It subverts patriarchal tropes by portraying male characters as superficial and status-driven.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The cast and setting are notably homogeneous, focusing on an affluent, white, Manhattan-based social circle. The film does not utilize diverse ethnic backgrounds to expand its scope.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The narrative critiques Western social institutions and the disposability of women in high society. It celebrates social rebellion against the rigid hierarchies of the upper class.
Disability Representation
There is no significant or meaningful depiction of visible or invisible disabilities within the primary character arcs.
Strengths
Areas for Improvement
AI Analysis
The film excels at deconstructing traditional gendered power dynamics. By shifting the focus from passive wives to active agents of their own destinies, it provides a strong study of female solidarity and agency. However, the narrative is limited by a lack of intersectional breadth. The setting is socioeconomically and racially narrow, focusing almost exclusively on a white, affluent demographic. Ultimately, while the film offers a sharp critique of patriarchal domesticity, its absence of LGBTQ+ representation and racial diversity prevents a more inclusive social perspective.

2017

1989

2005

2005

1986

2011

2003

2009

2005

2018

2017

2016
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.