Mother's Day
Mother's Day

Mother's Day

2016Movie118 minEnglish

Sandy is a stressed-out, single mom who learns that her ex-husband is marrying a younger woman. Her friend Jesse's parents don't know that she has a family or that her sister, Gabi is married to a woman. Jesse's friend, Kristin, is juggling motherhood of a toddler, a patient boyfriend who keeps proposing, and searching for her biological mother. Bradley is a widower who's trying to raise two daughters on his own, while Miranda is too busy with her career to worry about children. When their respective problems intersect and start coming to a head, the Mother's Day holiday takes on a special meaning for all.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes8%
Metacritic17/100
Google Users37%
Director: Garry MarshallGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This ensemble comedy weaves together several storylines of individuals navigating the complexities of Mother's Day. From a recently divorced dad trying to connect with his kids, to a career woman facing her estranged mother, and a young widow finding new love, the film explores the diverse and often challenging dynamics of family relationships.

Critical Reception

Mother's Day was widely panned by critics and audiences alike, often cited for its weak script, predictable plot, and forced sentimentality. It was largely seen as a commercial attempt to capitalize on the holiday rather than a well-crafted film.

What Reviewers Say

  • A saccharine and uninspired ensemble comedy with little to no comedic or dramatic substance.
  • Relies heavily on its star-studded cast to carry a thin and predictable narrative.
  • Fails to deliver on genuine emotion or humor, resulting in a bland and forgettable viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a strong dislike for the film's lack of originality and humor. Many found the storylines to be clichéd and the overall tone to be overly sentimental and unengaging, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

This film marked the final directorial effort of Garry Marshall, who passed away the following year. He was known for directing other ensemble comedies like 'Valentine's Day' and 'New Year's Eve'.

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r96sk

r96sk

Alright viewing. Nothing worth remembering or revisiting though. <em>'Mother’s Day'</em> has a good cast list. Jennifer Aniston is always a pleasant watch, as she is here as Sandy. Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts and Jason Sudeikis also featu...
Reno

Reno

> Mothers and their responsibilities despite struggling through. I heard Garry Marshall has died a couple of weeks ago, so I decided to watch it rather sooner. He was a good director, one of the rare kind to focus on the women subjects a...