The Perfect Mother
Originally released in 1997. The Perfect Mother is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Levin.
Starring Tyne Daly, Ione Skye, and Louis Ferreira
Synopsis
Since self-made immigrant Nico Podaras's death, widow Elenie runs his lucrative garage, with an illegal side business, generously using the profits to keep control of their three sons' lives. Simpleton Dan is happy to sire the crucial heir without hesitation to keep unruly, immature wife Charlene in line, but goes to far, so she absconds pregnant. Firstborn John gave up his dream, fishery, to work in the garage. When he marries Kathryn, she starts questioning and resisting Elenie's matriarchal manipulation, but bares her a grandson. The conflict escalates, leaving John torn between loyalties.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 18, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tyne Daly
as Elanie Podaras
Ione Skye
as Kathryn M. Podaras
Louis Ferreira
as John Podaras
Tuesday Knight
as Charlene Podaras
Melanie Angel
as Police Officer (uncredited)
David Cubitt
as Dan Podaras
Gwynyth Walsh
as Joy Pigeon
Dee Wallace
as Gina Mitrou
Johnny Cuthbert
as Frank Podaras
Jennifer Clement
as Sarah
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Citadel Entertainment
- Gimbel-Adelson Productions
- New City Productions
- CBS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Perfect Mother about?
Since self-made immigrant Nico Podaras's death, widow Elenie runs his lucrative garage, with an illegal side business, generously using the profits to keep control of their three sons' lives. Simpl...
Who directed The Perfect Mother?
The Perfect Mother was directed by Peter Levin.
How long is The Perfect Mother?
The Perfect Mother has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was The Perfect Mother released?
The Perfect Mother was released on February 18, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Perfect Mother?
The main cast of The Perfect Mother includes Tyne Daly, Ione Skye, Louis Ferreira, Tuesday Knight, Melanie Angel.