Mother’s Little Helpers

(2019)

Mother's Little Helpers is a funny and heartfelt dysfunctional-family drama that explores the complicated relationship between the free love generation of the 70s and their children who are left to clean up the mess. Inspired by true events and true lies, this film follows the story of Joy Pride, a groovy 70s burn-out who discovers she has only weeks to live.

As her time runs out, Joy's estranged children are forced to come together and confront their complicated past with their mother. Despite the wrongs she has done, they are determined to do right by her in her final days. Along the way, they find themselves confronted with their own family ties and the ways in which they have both twisted and torn them apart.

This poignant and at times humorous film delves into the dynamics of a dysfunctional family and the complexities of forgiveness and redemption. It sheds light on the generational divide between the free-spirited Baby Boomers and their millennial children, exploring how their ideals clash and the impact it has on their relationships.

Filled with emotional moments and unexpected twists, Mother's Little Helpers is a touching exploration of the power of family bonds and the lengths one will go to for those they love.