The Stepmother

The Stepmother

The Stepmother

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1996•120 min•TL

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The loving and nurturing Mariel marries Edward after his first wife abandons him and their three children. Mariel strives to win the acceptance and affection of her new stepchildren, even as she tries to define her role in the family.

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