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 drama about a mother and her son who escape from captivity, focusing on their bond and the challenges they face in the outside world.
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
A touching story of a father's struggle to provide for his son while facing homelessness, showcasing the bond between mother and child.
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 teenage years.
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 exploration of the relationship between a mother and daughter over several decades, filled with both humor and drama.
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 daughter's quest to find her father, highlighting the relationship with her mother and the importance of family.