Mothers Cinem: 10 movies to watch this Sunday

Mother’s Day is celebrated worldwide this Sunday, May 12. In addition to the honors and gestures of affection, the cinema also finds in maternity a fertile ground to explore family relationships, complex affections and social dynamics. Whether from the perspective of humor, drama or fantasy, many productions put mothers – and everything around them – at the center of the narrative.

In this selection are films that address the theme from different perspectives: exhausted mothers, present, absent, idealized or contradictory mothers. Works showing the challenges of creation, the impact of affection and the conflicts of generations, with plots that cross universal and intimate experiences. They are titles to watch alone, with family or next to those who represent this figure in their life. All movies are available in streaming or online rental services.

Check out 10 movies to watch on Mother’s Day and where to find them:

1. Lovely women (2019)

Based on the novel of Louisa May Alcottthe film follows the trajectory of sisters March – Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy – who, guided by their mother, face the challenges of life, love and art during the American Civil War.

Where to watch: For rent or purchase on YouTube, Prime Video and Apple TV

2. Mamma Mia! (2008)

On the eve of your marriage, Sophie invites three ex-boyfriends of his mother, Donnato try to find out which one is your father. Set on a paradise island in Greece, the musical is packed with Abba’s hits and features a star cast, with Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth and Stellan Skarsgård.
Where to watch: Prime Video and Telecine (via globeplay)

3. Valente (2012)

The princess Meridadaughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor, decides to follow her own way, refusing to marry any of the suitors chosen by her parents. By challenging an ancient tradition, it causes chaos in the kingdom and uses a witch to change her destiny. However, the spell has unexpected consequences to your mother.
Where to watch: Disney+

4. My mother is a play – The Movie (2013)

The story accompanies Dona Hermínia, a dedicated mother, but considered ‘boring’ by her children. After hearing criticism that she is a controller, she decides to leave home without warning anyone, seeking refuge at an aunt’s house. There it recalls episodes of the past and reveals an intense and charismatic maternal figure. Inspired by the comedian’s own mother Paulo Gustavo.
Where to watch: Netflix and Telecine (via globeplay)

5. Jack’s room (2015)

Joy and your son Jack They live in a small room where she was kept in captivity for years. After a risky escape, Jack has the opportunity to meet the world for the first time, while Joy tries to rebuild his life. The film explores the bond between mother and son in extreme circumstances.
Where to watch: For rent and purchase on YouTube, Prime Video and Apple TV

6. What time does she come back? (2015)

Vala maid who lives in the house of the bosses in São Paulo, receives his daughter Jessicathat arrives from Recife to take the entrance exam. The reunion between mother and daughter opens out class differences, silent tensions and the discomfort of a social structure that reveals itself in everyday gestures.
Where to watch: Netflix

7. Very crazy Friday (2003)

The psychologist Tess Coleman and your teenage daughter Anna They live in constant conflict. After a fight in a Chinese restaurant, the two change bodies thanks to a mysterious lucky cookie. From this, mother and daughter are forced to live the routine of each other, better understanding their dilemmas and responsibilities.
Where to watch: Disney+

8. (The mother2023)

Jennifer Lopez He plays a trained killer who leaves the hiding place to protect his daughter who was forced to abandon years earlier. Hunted by dangerous enemies, she needs to face the past while trying to save the young woman. An action thriller focused on maternal instinct and survival.
Where to watch: Netflix

9. The greatest love in the world (Mother’s Day2016)

With parallel stories that intersect, the film shows different women and their experiences with motherhood on the eve of Mother’s Day. Among them are a single mother, a foster mother and a woman dealing with the loss of her own mother. The cast includes Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson and Jason Sudeikis.
Where to watch: Apple TV+ and Netflix.

10. Seriously, mom! (2017)

Based on the Book of Thalita Rebouçasthe film portrays the relationship between the teenager Maria de Lourdes and your mother, Ângela Cristina. In a comedy tone, typical adolescence conflicts are shown from their point of view, revealing the challenges and complicities of a real and affectionate maternity.
Where to watch: Globoplay and Prime Video.