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The Front Room
The Front Room

5.3

The Front Room

R·2024·95m

Summary

Everything goes to hell for newly-pregnant Belinda after her mother-in-law moves in. As the diabolical guest tries to get her claws on the child, Belinda must draw the line somewhere.

Crew

Director, Screenplay

Max Eggers

Director, Screenplay

Sam Eggers

Short Story

Susan Hill

Reviews

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tmdb51616167

September 8, 2024

3

I recently watched the film "The Front Room," which stars Brandy Norwood in a role that marks her return to thriller and horror genres since "I Still Know What You Did Last Summer." The movie takes you on a wild ride with a deranged mother-in-law who claims her actions are in the name of Jesus Christ, but in reality, she is mentally unstable.

Despite its low budget and odd script, "The Front Room" is a captivating watch as you witness the disturbing antics of this non-biological mother-in-law towards the protagonist, especially after the birth of a baby. Her behavior, from her laugh to her speech, is so repulsive that you may find yourself wanting to intervene and have her arrested.

While the film may not be a masterpiece, it is also not without merit. It offers a twisted and entertaining experience, showcasing the extent of the mother-in-law's insanity.

Media

Status:

Released

Original Language:

English

Budget:

$3,500,000.00

Revenue:

$3,165,361.00

Keywords

ku klux klan
mother-in-law
racism
based on short story
confederate
evil stepmother
holy spirit
hardcore christian
psychological horror
pregnancy horror
unborn baby