Played an evil mother in Beautiful Creatures

In the fantasy romance film Beautiful Creatures, an adaptation of the novel by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl, the character played by Thompson is depicted as an evil mother. The film was intended to attract audiences by leveraging the popularity of The Twilight Saga, which had garnered a significant following. However, Beautiful Creatures did not achieve the same level of success and was met with poor reviews from critics. The film's narrative revolves around a young man who falls in love with a mysterious girl, leading to a conflict involving dark magic and family secrets. Despite its intriguing premise, the film struggled to resonate with viewers and ultimately underperformed at the box office. Critics were particularly harsh on Thompson's portrayal, with some highlighting her performance as a notable low point. Film critic Peter Travers specifically criticized her Southern accent, describing it as 'outrageously awful' and expressing concern over the potential impact on her reputation as an actress. The film's failure to connect with audiences and the negative feedback regarding Thompson's role contributed to a broader discussion about the challenges of adapting popular literature into film. Overall, Beautiful Creatures serves as an example of how high expectations can lead to disappointment when the execution does not meet audience or critical standards.