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Motherhood (2009)

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In the bustling heart of Manhattan, Eliza Kendall Welch (Uma Thurman), the quintessential urban matriarch, balances motherhood, marriage, and her own identity with uncommon resolve. Juggling the daily chores of raising her children, Clara and Lucas, and nurturing her relationship with her husband, Avery McKendrik (Anthony Edwards), her life is a whirlwind of chaos and love. On May 25th, the complexities of her world intensify as she prepares for Clara's sixth birthday party, a day which promises to test her endurance beyond the everyday. Eliza's world spins faster as she wrestles with blogging responsibilities, an online contest aptly named 'Motherhood', and the care of her infirm elderly neighbor and a whimsical dog. The day spirals further out of her control when her car is unceremoniously towed due to a film shoot, her bicycle tire is punctured, and she finds herself at odds with her close friend, Sheila (Minnie Driver). Amidst the mayhem, even the birthday cake conspires against her, brandishing a misspelled version of Clara's name, while Avery remains frustratingly unreachable on his cell-phone. Just when the crescendo of chaos reaches its peak, a glimmer of unexpected help arrives in the form of a charming delivery man, Nikesh (Arjun Gupta). However, the collective weight of the day forces Eliza to confront her life, leading her to a pivotal decision that threatens to upend her customary world. Motherhood (2009) is a vivid portrayal of a day in the life of a modern-day mother, painting a poignant and often humorous picture of the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of parenthood.

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Motherhood is a comedy movie featuring Uma Thurman and directed by Katherine Dieckmann.

It is possible to buy Motherhood on Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube.