Published By: Nirtika Pandita

Movies to binge-watch if you are a mom

The love they show off-screen, is well depicted on screen with these movies

A full-time thankless job is that of a mother. For she works and works and gets little to no recognition to her credit for the efforts she puts into raising a family. While we have a day designated for her to celebrate her doings, mothers need more breaks and pampering than just one day. so if you are wondering what to do while spending time with your mother, here are some movie suggestions that you can watch with your mom and show some appreciation.

Bird Box

This is the tale of a mother facing odds in the form of evil to take her family to a safe zone. The plot of the film follows a mother played by Sandra Bullock, who is braving the most difficult situation. Wherein a mysterious force has taken over the population which if seen directly will destroy you. To save her children the mother in search of hope and a new beginning, embarks on a dangerous journey through the woods with the children in search of that one place that might offer sanctuary. But to make it, they have to move blindfolded.

Otherhood

A beautiful story of three mothers, now in their late years after their kids have settled into their own life, how to deal with the emptiness. The film begins on mother's day when the three mothers don't get anything from their children. The three mothers, and best friends, decide to travel from the suburbs to New York City. They do so in order to reconnect with their adult sons. While this movie will make you cry for the love and affection it shows, it will also be a guiding lesson for mothers too.

The Switch

This 2010 romantic comedy is inspired by the short story Baster by Jeffrey Eugenides. The film starring Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman narrates the tale of a woman, Kaise, played by Aniston, who is in her late 30s wants to adopt motherhood. While she might not have a boyfriend or a husband to have a child, she decides to take on a sperm donor. However, her friend and secret lover replaces the sperms with his own and the story is a fun ride.

Other movies that you can binge-watch with mothers are Candy Jar, Miss Americana, A Marriage Story, Lady Bird, Parenthood, Fun Mom Dinner, Mother’s Day, Moxie, Dumplin', The Edge of Seventeen, and Last Man Standing to name a few.