Diary of a Mad Black Woman
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Charles, an attorney, and Helen, his devoted wife, seem to have everything – money, a beautiful mansion – the American Dream. However, as Helen prepares to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary, her life takes an unexpected twist when she comes home to find her clothes packed up in a U-Haul van parked in the driveway. Charles is divorcing her and kicks her out. Helen moves in with her grandmother Madea, an old woman who doesn't take any lip from anyone. Madea helps Helen through these tough times by showing her what is really important in life. Helen is forced to rediscover love, life, and religion in her pursuit for happiness.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2005-02-25
Runtime: 116 mins
Director: Darren Grant
Writer: Tyler Perry
Spoken language: English
Genres: Drama, Romance, Comedy
Original title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman
Production Companies: Diary of a Woman Inc., BET Films, Tyler Perry Studios, Lionsgate, Reuben Cannon Productions
Production Countries: United States of America
Cast
Kimberly Elise
Steve Harris
Tyler Perry
Shemar Moore
Lisa Marcos
Tamara Taylor
Cicely Tyson
Terrell Carter
Carol Mitchell-Leon
Avery Knight
Vickie Eng
Tiffany Evans
Gary Anthony Sturgis
Bart Hansard
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