Rey plays Frank, an insanely jealous architect who thinks that his faithful wife Margo (Justice) is guilty of infidelity. In his rage he ends up killing two of his business associates and framing an innocent man (Renard). These events force Margo to begin drinking and, eventually, she
seduces her stepson Steve (Herrera Jr.). Upon discovering what has happened, Frank follows the couple to a remote cabin where the film reaches its climax. THE STEPMOTHER is tedious low-budget nonsense. Rey and Justice give average performances and Avedis keeps things moving at an acceptable pace,
but the script is so full of implausibilities and holes that it leaves the actors looking...
Released:
1971
Rated:
R
Length:
94 mins