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The Wrong Mother

Name: The Wrong Mother
Director: Craig Goldstein
Released: 2017
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2017

TV-14

Director

Craig Goldstein

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film 'The Wrong Mother' functions as a typical domestic thriller, focusing on individual psychological tension rather than broader sociopolitical commentary. The narrative structure relies on well-established genre clichés to create suspense between a patient and a caregiver. While the film includes female-coded characters and a protagonist with a physical impairment, these elements are used to advance the plot rather than delve into multi-layered identities. The focus remains on interpersonal conflict within a localized setting. Overall, the film operates within a conventional framework that does not intentionally address progressive themes or diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Wrong Mother have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. The story focuses on a traditional family setting without addressing queer themes.

How does The Wrong Mother portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around female roles such as the patient and the nurse. However, the conflict centers on psychological manipulation rather than questioning gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Wrong Mother?

Minimal

There is no information about the racial makeup of the cast. The ethnic backgrounds of the characters are not specified in the available data.

How does The Wrong Mother represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows traditional suspense clichés centered around a domestic setting. It does not challenge established social norms or narratives.

Does The Wrong Mother include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's physical injury after an accident drives the plot. This impairment mainly serves as a device to create suspense rather than exploring deeper personal ability to act.

Present on Screen

The film examines intricate power dynamics and tension between women.
The protagonist's physical vulnerability serves as a clear catalyst for the central suspense.

Limited or Absent

The narrative uses disability primarily as a plot device rather than exploring character's ability to drive the story.
The story does not engage with broader social, racial, or queer identities.
The film adheres to traditional genre clichés instead of challenging social or moral norms.

Official Synopsis

After getting hit by a car, Kaylene needs home care. The nurse she hires becomes more and more interfering.

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