One night, Claire gives in to temptation and lets Noah seduce her, but when she tries to end the relationship, he turns violent. Information courtesy of. April 28, 1980 first draft script by Tracy Hotchner (based on the book 'Mommie Deartest' by Chrstina Crawford) - hosted by: - in html format The abusive and traumatic adoptive upbringing of Christina Crawford at the hands of her mother, screen queen Joan Crawford, is depicted.