Monster-in-Law
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.
Critics Sentiment
Charlie destroys Viola's bedroom and tampers with her medication
Grandmother Gertrude arrives and argues with Viola about Kevin's father
Sharp drop from the entertaining catfight escalation to the awkward family drama with Gertrude's arrival
Critics found Monster-in-Law to be predictable but entertaining lightweight fare, with Jane Fonda's commanding performance and Wanda Sykes' comedic support elevating formulaic material. The film peaks during the psychological warfare between Viola and Charlie, though it stumbles somewhat during the family drama resolution before recovering for a satisfying ending.
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Jennifer Lopez
Charlie
Jane Fonda
Viola Fields
Michael Vartan
Dr. Kevin Fields
Wanda Sykes
Ruby
Adam Scott
Remy
Monet Mazur
Fiona
Annie Parisse
Morgan
Will Arnett
Kit
Elaine Stritch
Gertrude
Stephen Dunham
Dr. Paul Chamberlain
Randee Heller
Beverly Hills Dog Owner
Mark Moses
Coffee Shop Customer
Tomiko Fraser
Coffee Shop Clerk
Rochelle Flexer
Dr. Patel's Nurse
Wayne Nickel
George
Jenny Wade
Viola's Young Replacement
Bruce Gray
TV Executive
Zach McLarty
Assistant Director
Stephanie Turner
Tanya Murphy the Pop Star
Harriet Sansom Harris
Therapist
Crew
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