Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead(1991)
Director:
Stephen Herek
Five siblings are left alone all summer when their mom leaves town and the evil babysitter bites the dust.
Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead
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In Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead, a comedy film released in 1991, a group of five siblings find themselves unexpectedly abandoned when their mother goes on vacation and their despised babysitter passes away. Left to their own devices, they must navigate the challenges of running a household and maintaining the facade that their responsible mother is still present, all while trying to enjoy their summer.
This hilarious and heartwarming film follows Sue Ellen Crandell, the oldest sibling, as she assumes the role of matriarch and takes on the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings. With their mother's absence, Sue Ellen faces numerous obstacles and learns valuable life lessons along the way. She must tackle everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and managing finances, all while trying to keep their secret hidden from nosy neighbors and avoid the watchful eye of their mother's demanding boss.
Throughout the summer, the siblings encounter a series of misadventures, including failed job interviews, glamorous fashion excursions, unexpected romance, and rebellious behavior. As the days go by, Sue Ellen grows into a confident and self-reliant young woman, proving that she is more capable than anyone, including herself, had ever imagined.
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead is a comedy that will leave viewers laughing and inspired, highlighting the importance of family, independence, and the unexpected responsibilities that can arise when given a chance to prove one's worth.
This hilarious and heartwarming film follows Sue Ellen Crandell, the oldest sibling, as she assumes the role of matriarch and takes on the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings. With their mother's absence, Sue Ellen faces numerous obstacles and learns valuable life lessons along the way. She must tackle everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and managing finances, all while trying to keep their secret hidden from nosy neighbors and avoid the watchful eye of their mother's demanding boss.
Throughout the summer, the siblings encounter a series of misadventures, including failed job interviews, glamorous fashion excursions, unexpected romance, and rebellious behavior. As the days go by, Sue Ellen grows into a confident and self-reliant young woman, proving that she is more capable than anyone, including herself, had ever imagined.
Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead is a comedy that will leave viewers laughing and inspired, highlighting the importance of family, independence, and the unexpected responsibilities that can arise when given a chance to prove one's worth.