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Edithe Swensen (writer)
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21 September 2008 (USA) more
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A manipulative mother increases her plotting to stay in control. | add synopsis
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Cast

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Marilu Henner ... Ann Danville
Emily Bergl ... Dr. Heather McManus

Matt Keeslar ... Nathan Danville

Scout Taylor-Compton ... Hayley Danville

Timothy Bottoms ... Sheriff Carl Lovett
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Melissa Bickerton ... Barb
Felix J. Boyle ... Politician

La Monde Byrd ... Cop

Sandi Craig ... Politician's Wife

Wendy Glenn ... Mandy Paulson
Sven Holmberg ... Keith Slier

Gus Lynch ... Flower Delivery Man

Martin Mathieu ... David

Tim Snay ... Lyle Rosenbaum
Deborah Van Valkenburgh ... Vera

Don Williams ... Archbishop
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Deadly Suspicion (USA) (working title)
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Fun, 22 September 2008
8/10
Author: g404c

Marilu Henner gives an over-the-top performance in The Governor's Wife, which I caught on LMN last night. The movie is very predictable to the extent that the viewer can clearly differentiate the "good guys and the bad guys" within the first few minutes. But, that is not important. This thriller is more fun than anything and it is basically just an easy way to pass the time when you want to veg out.

Henner is the "the Governor's wife" and she makes the most out of the character. In summary, when the Governor is murdered, Henner summons her son (played by Matt Keeslar) and his fiancé (Emily Bergl) from LA to Santa Barbara. Henner and Bergl instantly clash. Meanwhile, a series of murders take place, all somehow connected to the deceased Governor.

I like movies like this--they are fun, easy on the eyes and don't take much energy to stay engaged. There are some beautiful exterior shots of LA and Southern California. All the acting is pretty much credible except for some outlandish moments but they are more fun than annoying. Henner looks great. Worth a look if you have nothing else to do.

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