LAMORINDA WEEKLY | 'Mother's Day' is a Heartwarming Gift This Year


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Mother's Day is this Sunday and first of all - happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in the world. Garry Marshall's latest movie, "Mother's Day," opened last week. He has directed several memorable films such as "Pretty Woman" and "The Princess Dairies."

As in his previous films, Marshall has put together a star-studded cast that includes Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Jason Sudeikis and Oscar-winner Julia Roberts. The movie follows five individuals and their dealings with motherhood or their own mothers. Sandy (Aniston) is a single mom of two boys dealing with ex husband's recent marriage to a much younger woman. Jesse (Hudson) has not spoken to her mother for years because mom disapproved of Jesse's dating an Indian man, but now Jesse's mom decides to visit. Jesse's sister also is keeping a big secret from their parents. Bradley, a recent widower, is dealing with raising two young daughters and is trying to figure out how to have a Mother's Day. Miranda (Roberts) is a highly successful businesswoman who has no time to be a mother. As the story unfolds they all must face their dilemmas on Mother's Day.

"Mother's Day" has some funny and heartwarming moments that will be enjoyed by any parent.

"Mother's Day" is rated PG-13 with a TRT (Total Running Time) of 1 hour and 56 minutes.

Upcoming Rheem and Orinda Theatre Events:

7 p.m. May 12: FREE Movie Night at Orinda Theatre - "The Wizard of Oz" May 13 - May 20: International Showcase presents "Sweet Bean" for a week-long engagement at the Orinda Theatre.

2 p.m. May 18: Moraga Movers' Classic Movie at the Rheem Theatre - "Road to Zanzibar"

Noon to 10 p.m. May 14: CreaturesCon at the Rheem Theatre - 10 solid hours of Creature Features, including two complete Creature Features Shows; the 50th Anniversary of "Star Trek"; rare clips, discussion panels; question-and answer sessions; and dealer and artist tables. $25 all-day pass. Hosted by Lord Blood-Rah, John Stanley and Tom Wyrsch.

7 p.m. May 21: Live Music at the Rheem - USO Canteen - A Memorial Day Tribute to the songs and memories of war ballads, patriotic songs and good old American patriotism with Adam Reeves and Patti Liedecker.