Mother’s Day is one of the most important dates around the world where families gather to celebrate the women of the house.
Whether you are in Mexico and already have all the preparations ready for May 10 or in the United States on Sunday, May 12, below we present a list of movies that you can watch on that special day and create a better bond with your ancestor.
“Little Women” (2019)
Four sisters who fight to achieve their dreams in the society of the time. This classic adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s novel is an inspiring story about love, family and the search for independence.
This movie has a great cast consisting of Emma Watson, Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh, Timothée Chalamet, Meryl Streep and Laura Dern.
‘Brave’ (2012)
A rebellious princess defies the traditions of her kingdom to follow her own path, but everything spirals out of control when a witch turns her mother into a giant bear, and she has little time to fix everything.
This Disney Pixar animated film is an inspiring story about female empowerment, the importance of following your heart, and the bond between mother and daughter.
‘Cross stories’ (‘The Help’) (2011)
This film chronicles the lives of several African-American women in the 1960s and how their lives become intertwined through writing.
It’s a powerful story about friendship, bravery and overcoming adversity starring Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Emma Stone and Bryce Dallas Howard.
‘Joy’ (2015)
Inspired by the life of Joy Mangano, this film tells the story of a female entrepreneur who strives to achieve her dreams despite challenges.
It’s a motivational story that can inspire you to work hard and pursue personal goals starring Jennifer Lawrence.
‘Extraordinary’ (‘Wonder’) (2017)
August is a boy with a facial disfigurement who never went to public school to avoid teasing and mistreatment. Determined not to lose this experience, August decides to go to school, but integration will not be easy.
Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson and Jacob Tremblay star in this heartwarming story that emphasizes the importance of respect, compassion and acceptance.
‘Mamma mia!’ (2008)
If musicals are your thing, this is the right choice. In this film version of the famous Broadway musical set to Abba music, Donna is an independent hotelier from the Greek islands who is in the final preparations for her daughter’s wedding.
Sophie, Donna’s happy-go-lucky daughter, invites three men from her mother’s past to the wedding in hopes of meeting her biological father so he can walk her down the aisle, unleashing a wonderful story full of love and understanding.
“Freaky Friday” (2003)
Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are up for the sequel, but until that happens, it’s best to watch this 2000s classic once.
In this movie, mother and daughter have many differences, but now they should be closer than ever when two fortune cookies make them swap magical bodies.
“Life is Beautiful” (1997)
But if you like dramatic movies, this classic is not to be missed.
This touching story combines comedy and drama to show the power of love and hope even in the darkest of times.
Don’t be surprised if by the end of the movie they start talking about other stories about resilience and valuing family, even in the toughest of times.
Source: univision
Camila Luna is a writer at Gossipify, where she covers the latest movies and television series. With a passion for all things entertainment, Camila brings her unique perspective to her writing and offers readers an inside look at the industry. Camila is a graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in English and is also a avid movie watcher.
