5 Movies Featuring Single Parents that I Love
Friday, May 06, 2016
Mother's Day is just around the corner and I know some of you already have pre-made plans on how to celebrate this special day. I could list it all here but if in any case, one of your plan is to binge watch on Hollywood movies, I've made a list of some Hollywood movies that celebrates the joys of motherhood. In this post, though, I'm going to feature those films that feature single parents - not only because I am one but much more so because we, single parents, also deserve to be appreciated on this special day.
Room
What is it About:
Base on the bestselling novel by Emma Donoghue, it tells the story of a captive young woman and of how she raised her son (by her kidnapper) in a 10-by-10 foot space she called Room.
Why I love it:
Aside from superb acting, Brie Larson as Ma was good but Jacob Tremlay really caught my attention, and storyline. This film will show you how selfless a mother can be and will teach you to never underestimate the ability of a child.
What is it About:
A mentally challenged man who fights for custody of his seven year old daughter he had single-handedly raised and in the process teaches his cold-hearted lawyer the value of family and love.
Why I love it:
Why I love it:
It might not be safe for younger ones due to incessant use of inappropriate language but this film will tugged at all of your emotions. Warning: this is a real tearjerker, so get your handkerchief ready.
Sleepless in Seattle
What is it About:
A widower's son calls a radio talk show in an attempt to find someone new for his father to love again, a woman listening clear across the country hears his tale and falls in love with the idea of him and eventually falling in love with the man himself.
Why I love it:
Given the fact that it's a Meg Ryan Rom-Com if you know what I mean , this film shows that single parents also deserves a second chance at romance. Don't feel guilty.
Erin Brocovich
What is it About:
Based on a true story, it tells the story of an unemployed single mother of three, desperate to provide for her three children but has no luck. Her fate changed when she became a legal assistant and almost single-handledly bring down a California Power Company accused of polluting a city's water supply.
Why I love it:
because its Julia Roberts and I'm a big fan of her! Seriously though, it will teach us the lessons of perseverance and believing that we can make a difference.
Where the Heart isWhy I love it:
because its Julia Roberts and I'm a big fan of her! Seriously though, it will teach us the lessons of perseverance and believing that we can make a difference.
What is it About:
A pregnant 17-year old who was abandoned by her boyfriend at a Walmart in Oklahoma. She secretly lives in the retailer until her daughter is born six weeks later.
With teenage pregnancy becoming quite a norm these days, this film teaches lessons about hope and of why family isn't all about blood.
Got a favorite single parents' movie that I missed? Let me know :)
2 comments
The Pursuit of Happiness is also a good one :)
ReplyDeleteOh yes! How could I forget? That one's good :)
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