Ew.com's 24 Great Movies to Watch With Mom

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EW's list of the best movies to watch with your mother. Moms will especially appreciate these movies. For the full article and photo gallery go to: http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20199022,00.html
  • Father of the Bride
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    Father of the Bride

    Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Kimberly Williams-Paisley
    • Released: 1991
    • Directed by: Charles Shyer
    In the heartwarming comedy Father of the Bride, George Banks (Steve Martin) is a loving father thrown into the whirlwind of wedding planning when his daughter Annie (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) announces her engagement. Amidst escalating costs, eccentric wedding planners, and an impending empty nest, George navigates this comedic chaos with help from his patient wife Nina (Diane Keaton). A light-hearted take on familial bonds and changing times, this movie was a box office hit in 1991, earning Martin a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor.

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  • The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
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    The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

    Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Taraji P. Henson
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: David Fincher
    In the intriguing film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, we explore the unique life of Benjamin Button (Brad Pitt), a man who ages in reverse. Born as an old man in 1918 New Orleans, Benjamin's peculiar condition sees him growing younger with time. His journey is intertwined with love interest Daisy Fuller (Cate Blanchett). A tale that spans across decades, it captures historical events shaping their lives. Directed by David Fincher, this movie won three Academy Awards and challenges conventional storytelling with its blend of drama and fantasy genres.

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  • Mamma Mia!
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    Mamma Mia!

    Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: Phyllida Lloyd
    Mamma Mia! is a delightfully vibrant musical comedy. Its heart beats to the rhythm of ABBA's greatest hits, led by Donna Sheridan (Meryl Streep), an independent single mother running a hotel on a Greek island. The story swirls around her daughter Sophie (Amanda Seyfried), who, on the eve of her wedding, secretly invites three men from Donna's past (Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, and Stellan Skarsgård) hoping to discover her real father. Amidst this chaos, laughter and melodious mayhem ensue. A box office success, Mamma Mia! was nominated for multiple awards including two Golden Globe Awards.

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  • WALL-E
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    WALL-E

    Ben Burtt, Elissa Knight, Jeff Garlin
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: Andrew Stanton
    In the post-apocalyptic, deserted Earth of this film, WALL-E (Ben Burtt) is a robot with a singular task: clean up. His solitude is disrupted by EVE (Elissa Knight), a sleek reconnaissance robot. The plot unfolds as WALL-E's fascination with EVE leads him on an interstellar journey that will determine the fate of mankind. A Pixar creation directed by Andrew Stanton, this animated science fiction film has bagged an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, among other accolades. It's a captivating blend of romance and adventure, underpinned by profound environmental themes.

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  • Dreamgirls
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    Dreamgirls

    Jamie Foxx, Beyoncé, Eddie Murphy
    • Released: 2006
    • Directed by: Bill Condon
    Dreamgirls is a musical drama that unfurls the rise of an all-female singing trio, the Dreams. Effie White (Jennifer Hudson), Deena Jones (Beyonce Knowles), and Lorrell Robinson (Anika Noni Rose) navigate the turbulent waters of fame, managed by Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx). The journey to stardom is fraught with heartbreaks and betrayals, underpinned by a captivating rhythm of Motown soul. Directed by Bill Condon, this film won two Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actress for Hudson's powerful portrayal of Effie. Noteworthy are its dazzling costumes and unforgettable songs, anchoring the narrative in the vibrant era of 1960s music scene.

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  • Moonstruck
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    Moonstruck

    Cher, Nicolas Cage, Vincent Gardenia
    • Released: 1987
    • Directed by: Norman Jewison
    Moonstruck, a romantic comedy set in New York City, showcases the charismatic Loretta Castorini (Cher), an Italian-American widow who's convinced she's cursed with bad luck. Loretta is engaged to Johnny Cammareri (Danny Aiello), a man she doesn't love. When Johnny leaves for Italy, he asks Loretta to invite his estranged brother, Ronny Cammareri (Nicolas Cage), to their wedding. A passionate love story ensues between Loretta and Ronny, infused with humor and heartfelt confessions. The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Cher.

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