Movie Mom

A final nod to a visionary woman and champion for peace and nonviolence as Women's History Month comes to an end. Discover the extraodinary story of activist and playwright Lorraine Hansberry.

The recent engagement of JLo and ARod seemed like the perfect excuse to review the Wedding Planner - a classic rom-com about never giving up on love.

In honor of Women's History Month, discover the extraordinary story of Liberian peace activist, and Nobel Peace Laureate - Leymah Gbowee - who led a women's peace movement that helped bring an end to a brutal civil war in Liberia.

Belle is based on the true story of Elizabeth Belle Lindsay - the child of a black slave and a British Royal Navy Officer - raised as an aristocrat in 18th Century England. The movie offers social commentary of the times along side a good romance.

It's finally Oscars week!! Check out my predictions for who I think is going home with Oscar-gold, and catch the 91st Academy Awards ceremony Sunday Feb. 24, 2019 at 8pm on ABC.

A classic story of how to navigate love and the pursuit of your dreams. Two die-hard ball players have to decide if all really is fair in love and basketball.

Pariah is a poignant and timeless coming of age/coming out story that explores identity, sexuality and having the courage to choose to live your truth.

A touching adoption story about a French-African couple who finally get matched with a baby. There’s just one catch - the baby is white. Chaos and hilarity ensue as their families, and even their agency case worker, re-exam their definition of family.

If Beale Street Could Talk is a beautiful story of the unbreakable power of love, the resilience of family, and of hope even in the face of impossible odds.

RBG is a wonderful tribute and celebration of the extraordinary life and career of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Listen in to discover why you should get to know about the woman beyond the myth and the legend that is RBG.

The Dawn Wall is a must-see movie if you are looking for inspiration to help you overcome obstacles in your life, or motivation to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions, or just want to watch a great movie about endurance and friendship.

In the final show of 2018 I review the Christmas classic - Elf. This is the story of Buddy a human raised as an elf, who leaves the North Pole for New York City in search of his true identity and to spread a lot of Christmas cheer. A charming story to end the year.

Quincy is the new Netflix original documentary about the life and career of the legendary American musician, composer, conductor, and producer (of record and film). Co-written and co-directed by his daughter Rashida Jones and Alan Hicks, tune in to be inspired and entertained by the big life and personality of Quincy Jones.

Hearts Beat Loud is the beautiful story of Frank and Sam, a father and daughter, who share a passion for music and decide to explore the possibility of turning their weekly "jam sesh" into a live act. A fun and touching story about love, loss and growing up to kick off my movie reviews for December.

The last Thanksgiving Movie Watchlist recommendation with a Christmas movie added to the mix. Enjoy the final installment of the holiday movie recommendation segment as the countdown to Christmas begins!

Episode #3 of the show and the third installment of my Thanksgiving Holiday Movie Watchlist. For lovers of romantic comedies and basketball, this is fun and charming movie that affirms the notion that when it's right, the love that is yours will always find its way to you.

Episode #2 of the show and the second installment of my Thanksgiving Holiday Movie Watchlist. This second movie recommendation is a road trip across the globe - one taxi ride at a time - not to be missed!

Welcome to Episode #1 of the show and the first installment of my Thanksgiving Holiday Movie Watchlist. This is the first of four movie recommendations to enjoy over the Thanksgiving holiday with family or friends. Check it out before - or after - pie!

I'm a mom and I love movies!! I created the Movie Mom podcast to share my passion for movies, and to talk about great movies I think you should check out. Listen in for my recommendations of movies I LOVE and think you will too!! Subscribe to the show for lots more to come!