Step into the wild and adventurous world of Big Bad Mama, a 1974 action-crime-sexploitation comedy produced by the legendary Roger Corman and directed by Steve Carver. Starring the iconic Angie Dickinson as Wilma McClatchie, this film tells the story of a fierce mother who takes her two daughters, Polly (Robbie Lee) and Billie Jean (Susan Sennett), on a crime spree during the Great Depression.
Set in Texas in 1932, Big Bad Mama begins with Wilma interrupting her youngest daughter's wedding to take over her late lover's bootlegging business. However, her plans quickly spiral out of control when she gets caught during a delivery run. After a series of misadventures, including a bank heist gone wrong where she meets the charming but dangerous bank robber Fred Diller (Tom Skerritt), Wilma finds herself embroiled in a whirlwind of crime and romance.
As Wilma's relationship with Diller deepens, she also becomes involved with William J. Baxter (William Shatner), a suave gambler whose refined demeanor hides his own dishonest intentions. Together, they embark on several heists, culminating in a dramatic kidnapping that leads to unforeseen consequences. The film combines elements of action, comedy, and drama, all while exploring themes of family loyalty and survival against the odds.
Big Bad Mama became a cult classic upon its release, known for its blend of humor and action as well as Dickinson's strong performance. The film's campy style and engaging plot have earned it a lasting place in the annals of exploitation cinema. It was followed by a sequel, Big Bad Mama II, in 1987.
Join Wilma and her daughters on their outrageous escapades in Big Bad Mama, where crime is just another way to survive in tough times.
Set in Texas in 1932, Big Bad Mama begins with Wilma interrupting her youngest daughter's wedding to take over her late lover's bootlegging business. However, her plans quickly spiral out of control when she gets caught during a delivery run. After a series of misadventures, including a bank heist gone wrong where she meets the charming but dangerous bank robber Fred Diller (Tom Skerritt), Wilma finds herself embroiled in a whirlwind of crime and romance.
As Wilma's relationship with Diller deepens, she also becomes involved with William J. Baxter (William Shatner), a suave gambler whose refined demeanor hides his own dishonest intentions. Together, they embark on several heists, culminating in a dramatic kidnapping that leads to unforeseen consequences. The film combines elements of action, comedy, and drama, all while exploring themes of family loyalty and survival against the odds.
Big Bad Mama became a cult classic upon its release, known for its blend of humor and action as well as Dickinson's strong performance. The film's campy style and engaging plot have earned it a lasting place in the annals of exploitation cinema. It was followed by a sequel, Big Bad Mama II, in 1987.
Join Wilma and her daughters on their outrageous escapades in Big Bad Mama, where crime is just another way to survive in tough times.
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