Diary of a Mad Black Woman

2005

117 min

6.6

Ends at

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.

Budget

$5,500,000

Genre

Drama, Romance, Comedy

Director

Darren Grant

Country

United States of America

Cast & Crew

Kimberly Elise

Steve Harris

Tyler Perry

Shemar Moore

Lisa Marcos

Tamara Taylor

Cicely Tyson

Terrell Carter

Carol Mitchell-Leon

Avery Knight

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Diary of a Mad Black Woman

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.

  • Kimberly Elise

  • Steve Harris

  • Tyler Perry

  • Shemar Moore

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