The Joy Luck Club
Tamlyn Tomita, Rosalind Chao, Kieu Chinh
Four Chinese women along with their mothers delve into their past and try to find answers. Slowly, this search helps them to understand the complex relationship they share with each other.
Why you'll love it
A film that explores the relationships between Chinese-American women and their immigrant mothers, delving into themes of family and cultural identity.
The Blind Side
Quinton Aaron, Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw
The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All-American football player and first-round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.
Why you'll love it
Based on a true story, this film showcases a mother's love and support for her adopted son, who goes on to become a professional football player.
Stepmom
Julia Roberts, Susan Sarandon, Ed Harris
A terminally ill woman must deal with her ex-husband's new lover, who will be their children's stepmother.
Why you'll love it
A touching story about the evolving relationship between a terminally ill mother and the new woman in her ex-husband's life who will become the stepmother to her children.
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 joyful musical featuring hit songs by ABBA, centered around a mother, her daughter, and three potential fathers on a picturesque Greek island.
Freaky Friday
Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Mark Harmon
Dr. Tess Coleman and her daughter, Anna, do not get along with each other. However, things take a turn when, in a freak accident, they switch bodies and are forced to live each other's lives.
Why you'll love it
A fun and heartwarming film about a mother and daughter who switch bodies and learn to understand each other better.