Annabella Sciorra
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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is a 1992 American psychological thriller film directed by Curtis Hanson, and starring Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca De Mornay, Matt McCoy, Ernie Hudson, and Julianne Moore. Its plot follows the pregnant wife of a Seattle obstetrician who kills himself after he is accused of sexual misconduct by his patients.
- $11.9 million
- January 10, 1992
- David Madden
- Graeme Revell
Synopsis. In Seattle, housewife Claire Bartel (Annabella Sciorra) s happily married and pregnant with her second child. At a routine check-up, she is sexually molested by her new obstetrician, Dr. Victor Mott (John de Lancie). Traumatized, she tells her husband Michael (Matt McCoy), who encourages her to report Dr. Mott to the state medical board.
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Jan 10, 1992 · The Hand That Rocks the Cradle. After her sex offender husband gets caught in the act and kills himself, an embittered pregnant widow loses her child, and embarks on a mission of vengeance against one of her husband's victims and the woman's family.
- (48K)
- Drama, Thriller
- Curtis Hanson
- 1992-01-10
Apr 5, 2023 · “The Hand That Robs the Cradle” starts with a woman in a park, walking with her baby in a cradle. Her bag is stolen, and taking advantage of her momentary distraction, someone kidnaps her child. Years later, Delondra, who is a medical student working as a nanny, moves into a new house.
Apr 7, 2022 · Impact. Actors and Actresses. Continuity Problems. Misc. The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is a psychological thriller starring Rebecca De Mornay, Annabella Sciorra, and Matt McCoy. The plot revolves around an obstetrician who kills himself after being accused of sexual assault.
- Chrissy Stockton
Thanks largely to Rebecca De Mornay's delightfully villainous turn in the central role, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is an entertaining -- albeit rather silly -- domestic thriller.
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Mar 5, 2024 · In this article, we will explore 41 fascinating facts about this iconic movie. From behind-the-scenes trivia to memorable moments, join us as we dive deep into the secrets and surprises that make The Hand That Rocks the Cradle an enduring classic in the thriller genre.
