The Stepmother (2022 film)
A gender-swapped reimagining of the 1987 horror film.
The 2022 psychological thriller The Stepmother, directed by Chris Stokes and co-written by Marques Houston, reimagines the 1987 horror film The Stepfather with swapped gender and race. Erica Mena plays a woman with dissociative identity disorder, while Houston portrays a widowed single father.
Quick Facts
- Director
- Chris Stokes
- Writer
- Chris Stokes; Marques Houston
- Producer
- Chris Stokes
- Marques Houston
- Juanita Stokes
- Erica Mena
- Starring
- Marques Houston; Erica Mena
- Cinematography
- Charlie Grey
- Editing
- Harvey White
- Music
- Immanuel Rich
- Production companies
- Footage Films
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Reception
The Stepmother received negative reviews from critics. Niela Orr of The New York Times criticized the production values, noting a continuity error in which the actor playing a security guard changes multiple times in one scene despite one actor having a short Afro and the other wearing braids. Movie Ranker gave the film a 2 out of 10 stars, stating that it is absent of visual flourishes or unique identity, with the family house resembling a fully furnished demo home. The review described the direction as flat, uninspired, and lacking a meaningful color palette, suggesting the film was made quickly, cheaply, and without passion.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Stepmother (2022 film) released?
The Stepmother was released on 17 June 2022.
Who composed the music for The Stepmother (2022 film)?
The music for The Stepmother was composed by Immanuel Rich.
How long is The Stepmother (2022 film)?
The Stepmother has a running time of 89 minutes.
Who distributed The Stepmother (2022 film)?
The Stepmother was distributed by Tubi.
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