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Films, women, good vibes

32 replies

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:09

Evening, good fine women of mumsnet.

Currently enjoying Queenpins on Netflix, which, whilst will likely not win awards, is ticking the box for a film which celebrates /champions women in a lighthearted manner. Any other recommendations? Doesn't necessarily have to be lighthearted, but certainly uplifting (in the end).

AIBU for the traffic...

YABU: Thurs has been a bad day
YANBU: Tomorrow is a new day

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Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:20

Bump bump bump, definitely not drinking wine and fancying a little chat/sharing of inspirational films or tv series...

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applestewing · 14/11/2024 22:22

Hidden figures

applestewing · 14/11/2024 22:23

Posted to soon, inspirational film!

& The help

Hobbesmanc · 14/11/2024 22:23

Hidden Figures is on Netflix. That's very upbeat. Lessons on Chemistry on Apple. Ted Lasso feels like a blokey show but actually is all about women supporting women.

Hobbesmanc · 14/11/2024 22:23

applestewing · 14/11/2024 22:22

Hidden figures

Ha. Same post. Really enjoyed it

lucya66 · 14/11/2024 22:24

My old ass on Prime about woman coming of age story. It’s new. And funny and cute!

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:27

Thanks so much! Hidden Figures, My Old Ass, and The Help. I have access to all of those.

Unfortunately no Apple, so no Ted Lasso just now, but will bank that!

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Cryingatthegym · 14/11/2024 22:33

Firefly Lane?

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:36

Never heard of that one either. Will check it out. Thanks!

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Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:39

Just discovered Queenpins is based on a real story. Also, Vince Vaughan. Very easy on the eyes.

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Cryingatthegym · 14/11/2024 22:42

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:36

Never heard of that one either. Will check it out. Thanks!

It's about a decades long female friendship. Really heartwarming and uplifting. Got me through a tough time recently!

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:46

Oh that sounds like a much-needed watch. Thank you for recommending. I will try to find it available somewhere.

I recently watched Tag, but that's about a male friendship group.

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Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:47

Also loving everyone's optimism that tomorrow is a new day... Yes.

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StarsBeneathMyFeet · 14/11/2024 22:49

Oldie but goodie - First Wives Club
Almost as old - Legally Blonde

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 22:54

Two films I actually have not seen despite knowing their titles. Thanks.

I have two weeks spare and six weeks of sheetness to try to repair.

Female solidarity/empowerment recommended. Thank you ladies.

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LeavesOnTrees · 14/11/2024 22:57

The Queen's Gambit.

discoballdave · 14/11/2024 22:59

If you like Queenpins, try Good Girls on Netflix.

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 23:03

Highly recommend this Queenpins film as a very lightweight watch about female friendship and criminal activity. Very easy watch.

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shellyleppard · 14/11/2024 23:04

I really enjoyed queenpins. Hidden figures is another favourite. A man called Otto is quite dark but it has a beautiful story running through it..... just get your tissues ready x

SuperLoudPoppingAction · 14/11/2024 23:06

Whip it - roller Derby with drew barrymore

SuperLoudPoppingAction · 14/11/2024 23:06

Fried green tomatoes at the whistle-stop café

Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 23:08

shellyleppard · 14/11/2024 23:04

I really enjoyed queenpins. Hidden figures is another favourite. A man called Otto is quite dark but it has a beautiful story running through it..... just get your tissues ready x

Oh the Otto film sounds perfect. Thank you

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Mothersaandfilms · 14/11/2024 23:09

Thanks for all the recommendations, will work through. About to go to bed, shattered, but yes please to any further recommendations. Thank you.

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PermanentTemporary · 14/11/2024 23:12

If Nyad is still streaming, I loved it. Think it's on Netflix. It's important that they're women, but it's also unimportant.

shellyleppard · 14/11/2024 23:13

@Mothersaandfilms a man called Otto is really lovely. Made me cry though....and my 16 year old son!! But it has such a lovely story. Hope you find something good to watch. 💐🙏🫂❤️