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In the grip of urban independence, young Ruth Clee finds her grasp on her future slipping when her in-laws acquire the long-desired country cottage nearby for their son and his wife. The rustic isolation of the cottage stands in stark contrast to Ruth's city aspirations, but the tides of change become irresistible when she finds herself expectantly pregnant. Her husband Patrick, eternally ensnared by his mother's influence, is unwavering in his desire to relocate.
After a harrowing caesarean birth of their son, Thomas, Ruth's struggle to connect with her fussy newborn pushes her to the brink of exhaustion. In the hazy backdrop of sleepless nights and demanding days, the cunning figure of her mother-in-law, Elizabeth, looms large. A master of manipulation, Elizabeth exploits Ruth's vulnerable state, seizing each chance to whisk the child away to her home, crafting a haven from the tumultuous environment.
Patrick's demanding work offers him little opportunity to support, leaving the brunt of Thomas's needs on Ruth's already burdened shoulders. The family's strained dynamics reach a breaking point when baby Thomas suffers a mysterious cigarette burn, with Ruth standing at the center of the accusations. Under the weight of suspicion and exhaustion, Ruth is convinced to voluntarily commit herself to a private clinic, leaving her child in the cold clutch of her in-laws.
As Ruth is escorted away, Elizabeth, flanked by her husband and son, cradles baby Thomas, a self-satisfied triumph etched on her face. The family forms a chilling tableau, a haunting echo of the power struggle that has torn apart the once hopeful young mother's life. A tale of maternal vulnerability, manipulative power plays, and a battle for control, The Little House (2010) is a riveting portrayal of family dynamics twisted by hidden agendas.
Where to watch The Little House?
The Little House is a drama show featuring Lucy Griffiths.
It is possible to buy The Little House on Amazon Video.