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Little Mother (1973)
Release Year: 1973
Nation: Germany, United States of America, Yugoslavia
Alternative Title: Blood Queen, Immoral Mistress, Sie nannten ihn kleine Mutter, Woman of the Year
Director: Radley Metzger
Writer: Brian Phelan
Production & Genre
Producer(s): N/A
Companies: Audubon Films, Jadran Film, Peter Carsten Produktion
Genre: Drama, Romance
Story
The movie 'Little Mother' follows Marina Pinares, the wife of the president of a South American country, who insists on becoming his vice-presidential running mate in the next election. Her ambitious nature and ruthless methods have led some to suspect she may assassinate her own husband after the election to take the presidency. The film uses flashbacks to reveal Marina's rise to power: from being a party girl willing to sacrifice a friend's virtue for favor, to becoming the lover of a soldier she later tortures, and eventually marrying a military man. Throughout the story, Marina's schemes continue even after she learns she has a fatal disease, calculating how to leave a legacy in death.
Summary
'Little Mother' is a 1973 drama-romance film directed by Radley Metzger. Set against the backdrop of South American politics, it explores the ambitious and ruthless nature of Marina Pinares, the wife of the president. The movie delves into Marina's past to reveal her manipulative tactics used to climb the social ladder, ultimately leading to suspicions about her intentions for her husband's presidency. Despite knowing she has a fatal disease, Marina continues scheming, highlighting her relentless ambition.
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