Room
Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Sean Bridgers
A little boy is held captive in a room with his mother since his birth, so he has never known the world outside.
Why you'll love it
A powerful story of a mother and her son escaping from captivity, symbolizing the journey to freedom from a toxic situation.
The Pursuit of Happyness
Will Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Jaden Smith
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
Why you'll love it
The film showcases a man's struggle to create a better life for himself and his son, highlighting the importance of perseverance and self-reliance away from a toxic environment.
Little Miss Sunshine
Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Greg Kinnear
A family determined to get their young daughter into the finals of a beauty pageant take a cross-country trip in their VW bus.
Why you'll love it
This film follows a dysfunctional family on a road trip, emphasizing the need to break away from toxic dynamics and find personal happiness.
The Florida Project
Brooklynn Prince, Bria Vinaite, Willem Dafoe
A single mother and the manager of a roadside motel do their utmost to maintain the innocence of a six-year-old girl's life.
Why you'll love it
The film portrays the life of a young girl living in a budget motel, showcasing her escape from a challenging family situation through her imagination and friendships.
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 strained relationship between a daughter and her mother, ultimately leading to self-discovery and independence.