
Because I Said So
She's just your normal, overprotective, overbearing, over-the-top mother.
Directed by Michael Lehmann
Produced by Gold Circle Films, Universal Pictures
A lighthearted romantic comedy centered on a well-meaning but meddlesome mother's attempts to find love for her daughter, built on family warmth and comedic mishaps.
In an effort to prevent family history from repeating itself, meddlesome mom Daphne Wilder attempts to set up her youngest daughter, Milly, with Mr. Right. Meanwhile, her other daughters try to keep their mom's good intentions under control.
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Is Because I Said So scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.
Is Because I Said So easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.
Is Because I Said So one of a kind? No. Less singular than 93% of films.
Is Because I Said So violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does Because I Said So end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is Because I Said So sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
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Conventional, and it does not land.
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