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The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom (1993)

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Err, the title is almost a summary itself. Based on the true story of a Texas mom who tries to hire a hitman (through her ex's brother) to kill either or both a cheerleader and her mother. ... See full summary »

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Awards

Won 1 Golden Globe.

Another 9 wins & 8 nominations.

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15 November 2000 | SwatchDog
8
| Bold Satire with a killer performance by Hunter
"Positively true Adventures..." takes a bold look into the life of an obsessive stage mother thus making it a successful satire. Holly Hunter gives a killer performance and is arguably one of the greatest female actors around today (see The Piano, Copycat and A Life less Ordinary for evidence). It's a shame this had to be a telemovie as a cinematic release would've guaranteed Holly an Oscar nom, but ah well.

Beau Bridges and Swoosie Kurts also give fantastic performances rounding out the talented cast.

Much like 1999's Drop Dead Gorgeous, this film is black to the point of extreme ebony and should appeal to most, but if you're into frigid sugar-coated films, I suggest you steer clear.

9/10

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Did You Know?

Trivia

A TV movie for the HBO network.

Quotes

News reader: More than 80 producers, agents and movie companies contacted the Heaths. To weed some out, their attorney Robert Schultz, said he rejected outright "anybody who called me baby".

Goofs

Wanda's voice on tape describes Verna's vehicle as a "1995 Grand Marquis." The film takes place in 1991.

Crazy Credits

credits end with "Finally, no spiders or cheerleaders were killed in the making of this movie"

Soundtracks

"Call Waiting
Lyrics by Michael Ritchie
Music by Lucy Simon
Sung by Lucy Simon and Julia Simon
Arranged by Alex Shantzis

Storyline

Plot Summary

Genres

Biography | Comedy | Thriller

Details

Release Date:

10 April 1993

Language

English

Country of Origin

USA

Filming Locations

Texas, USA

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