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The Hand that Rocks the Cradle (1992)

“Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.”

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Plot

In the chilling underbelly of the medical world, esteemed gynecologist Dr. Victor Mott's illustrious career spirals into ruin. Accused of the unthinkable, sexually violating his patients, his reputation shatters when Claire Bartel courageously steps forward to expose him. Her damning testimony is echoed by four other women, leading to the doctor's license revocation, and ultimately, his desperate suicide. Left in the wake of her husband's disgrace and death, Mrs. Mott, now known as Peyton Flanders, endures a heart-wrenching miscarriage. Her life, once marked by prosperity and respect, is now a desolate landscape of financial ruin and loneliness. Upon discovering that Claire Bartel is seeking a nanny for her young children, Peyton sees a chilling opportunity. Seamlessly slipping into the role of the perfect nanny, Peyton Flanders appears as a godsend to the unsuspecting Bartel family. Behind this facade, Peyton is a vengeful widow, nursing a deep-seated grudge, ready to unravel the lives of those she holds responsible for her plight. Claire, blissfully unaware of Peyton's true identity and dark intentions, welcomes her into their home, setting the stage for a tense and suspenseful battle of wills. "The Hand that Rocks the Cradle" is a masterful exploration of revenge and deception, artfully weaving a tale that will captivate viewers, leaving them to question how well they truly know those they invite into their homes.

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The Hand that Rocks the Cradle is a drama movie featuring Annabella Sciorra.

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