From ‘Scream 2’ and ‘Monster’ to ‘Big Mistakes,’ How Laurie Metcalf Has Mastered the Art of the Complicated Mother

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Laurie Metcalf has spent decades perfecting the role of the complicated mother, from her early turns in 'Scream 2' and 'Monster' to her latest Netflix series 'Big Mistakes,' where she stars opposite Dan Levy. On the first day of filming the new project, Metcalf, likely in the hair and makeup trailer, shared something pressing with her co-star and series co-creator Levy, whom she'd just barely met. The actress has developed a particular gift for portraying mothers navigating complex family dynamics with nuance and depth. Her latest role continues this trajectory, blending her decades-long mastery of intricate character work with contemporary streaming storytelling.