Best films for a Mother’s Day movie marathon
AS MOTHER'S Day approaches on May 12, it's time to celebrate the incredible women who fill our lives with love, laughter and endless joy.
As an alternative to traditional gifts or an elaborate meal, try something new by gathering the family for a cosy evening at home with mom's favourite snacks.
Even if you've watched them before, here are some classics to revisit. Mamma Mia!
Take a cinematic trip to a sunny Greek island with this delightful musical comedy. Filled with irresistible ABBA hits and themes of love, family and second chances, this movie is the perfect feel-good film for Mother's Day.
It centres on bride-to-be, Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) as she tries to uncover the identity of her father, while her spirited mother, Donna, played by Meryl Streep, tries to keep the peace and her secrets intact.
The Guilt Trip
This comedy celebrates the bond between a mother and her son. Directed by Anne Fletcher and starring Seth Rogen and Barbra Streisand, it follows an inventor, Andy Brewster (Rogen), who goes on a cross-country road trip with his overbearing and lovably meddlesome mother, Joyce (Streisand).
The journey is intended for Andy to pitch his latest invention, but it quickly turns into an adventure filled with unexpected detours, bonding moments and plenty of laughs.
The Devil Wears Prada
This is an all-time favourite for many with its high fashion and hilarious one-liners.
It focuses on aspiring journalist Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) as she navigates the cut-throat world of fashion journalism as the assistant to the
formidable Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), editor-in-chief of Runway magazine.
It's a stylish and entertaining film that celebrates the power of perseverance and self-discovery.
Bad Moms
This raucous comedy follows three overworked and under-appreciated moms who decide to let loose and indulge in some well-deserved fun.
Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn lead the charge in this hilarious exploration of the pressures of modern motherhood and the joys of breaking free from societal expectations.
With its relatable humour and heartfelt moments, Bad Moms is a salute to the women who do it all.
Keeping Up with the Kandasamys
This hugely popular South African comedy follows two rival mothers, Jennifer (Jailoshini Naidoo) and Shanti (Maeshni Naicker), whose lives are turned upside down when their children fall in love and decide to get married.
As they navigate cultural differences
and personal demons, the pair discover that they have more in common than they could have ever imagined.
Queen
When a young woman's wedding is called off, she decides to go on her honeymoon alone, leading to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Queen, starring Kangana Ranaut in the lead role, is a refreshing and heart-warming Indian comedy-drama that explores themes of independence, self-confidence and the importance of embracing life's unexpected twists with humour and grace.
Mother’s Day
This is a comedy-drama which centres on the stories of different moms as they navigate the challenges and joys of motherhood in the lead-up to Mother's Day.
Starring the likes of Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts and Jason Sudeikis, the movie explores different aspects of motherhood, from the complexities of family dynamics to the importance of love and forgiveness.