Film Overview"Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead" is a 1991 American comedy film directed by Stephen Herek. This motion picture tells the story of 5 siblings who are left in the care of a senior sitter when their mother goes on a prolonged trip to Australia. When the babysitter suddenly passes away, the children choose not to tell their mother and are delegated take care of themselves. The film stars Christina Applegate, Joanna Cassidy, John Getz, and Keith Coogan.
Plot SummaryThe movie opens with single mom Mrs. Crandell, who chooses to take a holiday to Australia for two months and employs a senior, rigorous, and oppressive woman called Mrs. Sturak as a sitter for her 5 kids. The kids consist of: Sue Ellen, the oldest, lazy stoner Kenny, gamine Melissa, teen Zach, and youngest Walter. Initially, the babysitter's high-handed habits annoys the kids, until she suddenly dies from a cardiovascular disease.
Rather of reporting her death, the children surprisingly hide the body in a trunk and leave it at a regional mortuary, planning not to reveal it to their mother. They are left with a percentage of money which they rapidly invest in food and gadgets.
Shift to AdulthoodWhen the cash runs out, Sue Ellen, an 17-year-old high school graduate, steps up and forges a resume to land a task in the fashion business to support her brother or sisters. She gets a task at General Apparel West (GAW), where she works as an executive assistant to the company's powerful head, Rose Lindsey.
Sue Ellen has a hard time to balance her work life, moms and dad her siblings, and keep their secret from nosy neighbors. In spite of her impressive made resume, she at first has a hard time in her role. Nevertheless, she eventually earns Lindsey's regard by showing an authentic flair for haute couture, and assists prevent the having a hard time GAW from going under.
Unveiling the DeceptionSue Ellen's work life and taking care of her siblings begins to contravene her budding relationship with Bryan, a shipment guy at GAW who ends up being suspicious of her when he finds her one night wearing a taken Petty in Pink gown. At the same time, Sue Ellen's deception is likewise found out at work when her boss recognizes that Sue Ellen has been taking samples to cover her sibling's wild house party.
The climax of the film comes when the Crandell kids's mom returns home earlier than expected and discovers the chaos at the residence. At first horrified and disappointed, she, nevertheless, fixes up with her kids when she finds out about the resourcefulness and maturity they have established in her absence.
The movie ends with Sue Ellen releasing her own clothes line, keeping her task, covering things up with Bryan, and the family finally exposing the reality about their babysitter to their mother.
Conclusion"Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead" is an amusing mix of funny and family drama that successfully checks out styles of responsibility and independence. It depicts the struggles and eventual growth of its young characters, thrust into adulthood in unanticipated circumstances. In spite of its ridiculous facility, the film remains an unforgettable '90s classic due to the beauty and chemistry of its young cast, its heartwarming message, and its enduring comedic moments.
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