Drama   United States of America

In the biographical film "Mommie Dearest," based on the memoir of the same name by Christina Crawford, the plot revolves around the troubled relationship between Joan Crawford and her adopted daughter Christina.

The film begins with Joan Crawford, a successful and glamorous actress, deciding to adopt two young children, Christina and her brother Christopher. Initially, the family appears happy, with Joan providing them with material comforts and lavish attention. However, Joan's pursuit of romantic relationships continually fails, leaving her lonely and frustrated.

As Joan's career takes a downturn and she faces numerous professional disappointments, her behavior towards Christina becomes increasingly abusive and erratic. She becomes obsessed with maintaining a meticulously clean and orderly household, subjecting Christina to strict rules and frequent physical punishment over minor infractions. Joan's actions reflect her deeply controlling nature and need for perfection.

Despite Joan's harsh treatment, Christina idolizes her mother and yearns for her love and approval. She seeks comfort in her acting ambitions and lands her first acting role, hoping it will finally bring her joy and distance from her mother's influence. However, Christina soon realizes that her mother's shadow looms over her even in her newfound success.

The film highlights several specific incidents that have become iconic moments of the movie. One of the most famous scenes portrays Joan's explosive reaction to Christina using wire hangers, leading to her screaming "No wire hangers!" and violently thrashing her daughter. Another memorable scene depicts Joan meticulously scrubbing the bathroom floor in the middle of the night, insisting on absolute cleanliness.

As Christina grows older, she becomes increasingly independent and eventually decides to leave home. She struggles to establish her identity and distance herself from her notorious mother's reputation, hoping to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry.

Throughout the movie, the darker side of Joan Crawford's persona is exposed, revealing the destructive effects of her fame-driven pursuit of perfection and control on her daughter's life. The narrative explores the impact of Joan's relentless pursuit of glamorous appearances, exposing the loneliness and deep unhappiness that lurks beneath the surface.
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