A ruthless rise to power, inspired by the legend of Eva Peron, set in a charged Central European landscape.
LITTLE MOTHER
The woman of the year... the witch of all times!
This film takes a version of the story of Argentine Eva Peron and translates it to Central Europe. Marina is an ambitious woman, and sleeps her way into power, becoming the mistress and finally the wife of the president of her country. She becomes perceived as saint-like, which is a great boost to her husband's career. In order to pin down her saintly image and ensure her husband's hold on power, she arranges to be martyred.
Proof that ambition in cinema is best served with betrayal and a dash of martyrdom.
Radley Metzger trades his usual erotic shimmer for scheming ambition in this twist on the Eva Peron myth, as Christiane Krüger’s Marina manipulates, seduces, and strategizes her way to the top. Political intrigue meets soap-operatic flashbacks—saintly image not included.
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Little Mother is a 1973 drama-romance film directed by Radley Metzger about Marina Pinares, the wife of a president in a South American country, who leverages her ambition and relationships to climb to power—even at lethal cost.
Synopsis
Why Cult
The film takes the story of Eva Peron and, with a dramatic twist, relocates it to Central Europe, offering a fresh lens on a notorious figure.
Marina Pinares is no passive spouse—her political ascent involves seduction, sacrifice, and a willingness to orchestrate her own martyrdom.
The film’s plot unspools in flashbacks, tracing Marina’s path from party girl to presidential wife through a series of morally ambiguous liaisons.
Directed by Radley Metzger, known for pushing boundaries, the film balances melodrama with his signature stylish flair.
Questions from the Vault
What is Little Mother about? +
Little Mother follows Marina Pinares as she manipulates her way from party girl to vice-presidential candidate, navigating power, love, and betrayal in her quest for control.
When was Little Mother released? +
Little Mother was released in 1973.
Who directed Little Mother? +
Little Mother was directed by Radley Metzger.
How long is Little Mother? +
Little Mother has a runtime of 90 minutes.
What genre is Little Mother? +
Little Mother is a drama and romance film.