Jennifer Lopez’s film “The Mother” has achieved remarkable success on Netflix, becoming one of the most-watched films in the streaming platform’s history. In this action-packed movie, Lopez portrays a former soldier and assassin who finds herself interrogated by the FBI. As of now, “The Mother” holds the eighth position in Netflix’s top 10 most-viewed films, accumulating a staggering total of 229.3 million viewing hours.
It is worth noting that these rankings are based on the film’s performance within the first 28 days since its premiere, leaving room for “The Mother” to potentially surpass “The Adam Project” and “Extraction,” which currently claim the sixth and seventh spots with 233 million and 231 million viewing hours, respectively.
Notably, “The Mother” made waves upon its release, setting a record as the most viewed film of 2023 during its opening weekend, captivating audiences for an impressive 83.71 million hours.
Critics have responded positively to the film, “The Mother,” with Digital Spy describing it as a “slick if slightly silly” action thriller. The review also commends Jennifer Lopez’s acting abilities, emphasizing that the movie doesn’t strive to be anything more than what it is—a showcase for Lopez’s talent.
The review notes that Lopez, who often goes unrecognized for her acting skills, delivers a captivating performance as the resourceful, protective, and at times brutal character within the film. One memorable scene even shows her employing a fist wrapped in barbed wire to deliver impactful blows. Overall, the critics’ response highlights Lopez’s watchability and her ability to anchor the film as its formidable and compelling heart.
Upcoming film “Unstoppable,” starring Jennifer Lopez alongside Jharrel Jerome, chronicles the life of wrestler Anthony Robles and is set to be released on Prime Video. Unfortunately, production for the movie has come to a halt indefinitely after just two weeks of filming due to the ongoing strikes of the Writer’s Guild of America. In the meantime, fans can enjoy Lopez’s performance in “The Mother,” which is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
