Monster-in-Law

Monster-in-Law

2005 · 101 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.2 (1,767 votes)
Dir. Robert Luketic · Starring Jennifer Lopez, Jane Fonda, Michael Vartan, Wanda Sykes, Adam Scott, Monet Mazur · Music David Newman

This relationship is going to be a real mother.

RomanceComedy

Office temp Charlotte Cantilini thinks she's found Mr. Right when she starts dating gorgeous surgeon Dr. Kevin Fields. But there's a problem standing in the way of everlasting bliss: Kevin's overbearing and controlling mother, Viola. Fearing she'll lose her son's affections forever, Viola decides to break up the happy couple by becoming the world's worst mother-in-law.

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This film delivers a frothy, star-studded comedic battle of wills. It's a lighthearted, often exasperating romp driven by a clash of personalities and social worlds, culminating in feel-good, playful chaos. Expect a glossy, propulsive ride of escalating antics and charming performances.

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