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Jan 25, 2022 · Need a good cry–or a cathartic chuckle? Here‘s our list of the most moving, carefully observed, and darkly funny films about divorce (or separation) ever made.
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- Marriage Story. Noah Baumbach's 2019 drama "Marriage Story" meticulously portrays the end of a marriage and the separation process from both partners' perspectives.
- Kramer vs. Kramer. Robert Benton's Oscar-winning drama "Kramer vs. Kramer" was definitely ahead of its time in 1979. In an age when divorce was considered a shameful embarrassment, Benton had the courage to address it and, more importantly, show how it affected a young child caught in the middle.
- Mrs. Doubtfire. It might be a stretch to call a movie that features Robin Williams dressed as an elderly woman important, but Chris Columbus' 1993 comedy "Mrs.
- Enough Said. Nicole Holofcener's sweet dramedy, "Enough Said," features one of the last roles of James Gandolfini before his untimely death in 2013. If you're a Gandolfini fan, this indie is a must-watch, as the actor takes on a role that's the opposite of Tony Soprano: He's a heart-warming, middle-aged man, who's looking to date again after his separation.
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- Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) Directed by Robert Benton. Starring Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep, Jane Alexander. Drama (1h 45m) 7.8 on IMDb — 89% on RT. Before Meryl Streep was the highly respected Hollywood star she is today, she played a supporting role in Robert Benton's legal drama Kramer vs. Kramer.
- Call Me By Your Name (2017) Directed by Luca Guadagnino. Starring Timothée Chalamet, Armie Hammer, Michael Stuhlbarg. Drama, Romance (2h 12m) 7.8 on IMDb — 94% on RT.
- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) Directed by Michel Gondry. Starring Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson. Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi (1h 48m)
- Wildlife (2018) Directed by Paul Dano. Starring Ed Oxenbould, Jake Gyllenhaal, Carey Mulligan. Drama (1h 45m) 6.8 on IMDb — 94% on RT. You've probably seen Paul Dano in his gritty roles for 2007's There Will Be Blood or 2013's Prisoners.
- “waiting To Exhale” (1995) Cast: Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Lela Rochon, Loretta Devine, Gregory Hines. Rating: R. OK, so maybe the image of Bernadine (Bassett) lighting her soon-to-be ex-husband’s car on fire isn’t the best example to follow.
- “kramer Vs. Kramer” (1979) Cast: Meryl Streep, Dustin Hoffman, Jane Alexander. Rating: PG. Both Streep and Hoffman deliver stunning performances as Ted and Joanna Kramer, a married couple who goes through a bitter divorce and custody battle for their son.
- “the Parent Trap” (1998) Cast: Dennis Quaid, Lindsay Lohan, Natasha Richardson. Rating: PG. Lohan shines as identical twins Hallie Parker and Annie James in this timeless classic.
- “the First Wives Club” (1996) Cast: Eileen Heckart, Bronson Pinchot, Marcia Gay Harden. Rating: PG. When a member of their friend group commits suicide after learning that her ex-husband married has married a younger mistress, three middle-aged BFFs band together to seek revenge on their own husbands, who have ditched them for younger women.
- Crazy, Stupid, Love. A heartwarming comedy-drama, Crazy, Stupid, Love. expertly navigates the complexities of love, divorce, and custody with remarkable sincerity.
- Mrs. Doubtfire. With a combination of humor, warmth, and compassion, Mrs. Doubtfire captures the struggles of a father's desperate attempt to remain close to his children amidst a contentious divorce.
- Kramer vs. Kramer. In stark contrast to the comedic nature of Crazy, Stupid, Love., Kramer vs. Kramer delves into the intensely raw emotions of a divorce and custody battle with unflinching honesty.
- Marriage Story. Profoundly emotional and intelligently crafted, Marriage Story presents a riveting account of a marriage falling apart while maintaining a balance between heartache and hope.
Mar 6, 2020 · Here are the best movies about divorce, whether your'e looking for help moving on, a push to start dating, or just want comfort during tough times.
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Dec 3, 2022 · A list of films that explore the themes and consequences of divorce, from classics like "His Girl Friday" to modern dramas like "Joy" and "Gloria Bell". See how these movies depict the emotional, legal, and social challenges of ending a marriage.
