Little Women
Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh
In 19th century Massachusetts, the March sisters--Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy--on the threshold of womanhood, go through many ups and downs in life and endeavor to make important decisions about their futures.
Why you'll love it
A retelling of the classic novel that highlights the lives of four sisters and their mother, showcasing themes of family, love, and personal ambition.
Lady Bird
Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts
A fiercely independent teenager tries to make her own way in the world while wanting to get out of her hometown of Sacramento, California, and to get away from her complicated mother and recently-unemployed father.
Why you'll love it
A coming-of-age story that explores the complex relationship between a mother and her daughter during the daughter's senior year of high school.
Terms of Endearment
Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, Jack Nicholson
Widow Aurora Greenway juggles her own struggles with a new romantic interest while trying to sort out the emotional problems of her daughter who's married to a philandering husband.
Why you'll love it
A heartfelt story about the relationship between a mother and daughter over several years, filled with both humor and drama.
The Kids Are All Right
Annette Bening, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo
Two children conceived by artificial insemination bring their biological father into their non-traditional family life.
Why you'll love it
This film focuses on a same-sex couple raising their children and the challenges they face, including the dynamics with their children's biological father.
Mamma Mia!
Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Amanda Seyfried
Independent hotelier Donna is preparing for her daughter's wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile, spirited bride-to-be Sophie invites three men from her mother's past in order to discern which is her biological father.
Why you'll love it
A musical that revolves around a young woman trying to find her father, with her mother playing a central role in the story.