Enough with all the aliens, soldiers and robots. The moms of the world want some good old fashion Hollywood romance. And maybe a female bad ass here or there, too. Well, with summer finally over, the fall is where female audiences finally get some films to go see on the rare occasion they can find a decent babysitter. Here are the five movies that most seem worthy of your precious time.
1. "It's Complicated"
Borrowing the all too true Facebook relationship status as its title, the latest romantic comedy from Nancy Meyers ("Something's Gotta Give," "What Women Want") stars Meryl Streep and Alec Baldwin as divorcees who are cheating on their new significant others, with each other. Plus throw Steve Martin into the mix as a possible suitor and you have a rare comedy for adults that seems decidedly immature. It's out Dec. 25.
2. "Amelia"
One of the most amazing and mysterious women to ever grace the Earth, Amelia Earhart is the subject of this big budget biopic from director Mira Nair ("Monsoon Wedding.") Two time Oscar winning Hilary Swank plays the pilot who disappeared in 1937 attempting to fly around the world. It's out Oct. 23.
3. "Love Happens"
Florist, meet this self help guru who needs plenty of help himself. Aaron Eckhart ("The Dark Knight") plays a best selling self help author who falls for a lonely Seattle florist (Jennifer Aniston) and then realizes, to win her heart, he'll need to let her in on a secret that could ruin his entire career. It's out Sept. 18.
4. "Fame"
If you're a Mom, and you're reading this site, then you were probably a "Fame" fan. Well the movie turned TV show is a movie once again, this time with another young cast that's poised to break out, just as their characters - students at a prestigious, competitive performing arts school - are. Among the teachers and adults are Kelsey Grammer, Bebe Neuwirth and, of course, Debbie Allen. It's out Sept. 25.
5. "Whip It"
Being as it's a sports movie, "Whip It" is not your traditional chick flick. However, this directorial debut of Drew Barrymore is the type of movie where a Mom can let out a hoot and a holler and just enjoy herself. The film stars Ellen Page ("Juno") as a confused, young girl who finds herself when she joins a roller derby team. So cool. It's out Oct. 9.
And yes, we know "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" should probably be on this list. Then again, so did you, so what's the service in that? You're going either way.
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