The Perfect Mother
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.
Top Cast
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Tyne Daly
Elanie Podaras
Ione Skye
Kathryn M. Podaras
Louis Ferreira
John Podaras
Tuesday Knight
Charlene Podaras
Melanie Angel
Police Officer (uncredited)
David Cubitt
Dan Podaras
Gwynyth Walsh
Joy Pigeon
Dee Wallace
Gina Mitrou
Johnny Cuthbert
Frank Podaras
Jennifer Clement
Sarah
Karen Elizabeth Austin
Irene
Betty Linde
Theodora
Nathaniel DeVeaux
Sgt. Stern
Gerry Bean
Jesse J.
Kurt Max Runte
Lumber Yard Manager
Kate Robbins
Marion
Joe Costa
Det. Hernandez
Danny Virtue
Man in Yellow Mustang
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Levin
- Screenplay & Story
- Karen Clark
- Original Score
- Mark Snow
- Original Title
- The Perfect Mother
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Citadel Entertainment, Gimbel-Adelson Productions, New City Productions, CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Levin
Karen Clark
Mark Snow
Jan Kiesser
Skip Schoolnik
Colleen Nystedt, Orly Adelson, Roger Gimbel
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Levin
Director
Karen Clark
Writer
Colleen Nystedt
Producer
Jan Kiesser
Director of Photography
Skip Schoolnik
Editor
Sandy Cochrane
Production Design
Lyn Kelly
Costume Design
Danny Virtue
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Perfect Mother
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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. 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.
Who directed The Perfect Mother?
The Perfect Mother was directed by Peter Levin.
Who stars in The Perfect Mother?
The principal cast of The Perfect Mother includes Tyne Daly, Ione Skye, Louis Ferreira, Tuesday Knight, Melanie Angel.
When was The Perfect Mother released and how long is it?
The Perfect Mother was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Perfect Mother?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Perfect Mother was composed by Mark Snow.