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Diary of a Mad Black Woman

2005 • 1h57m Drama, Romance, Comedy

Rating

6.5/10

Popularity

2

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.

Details

Director

Darren Grant

Screenplay

Tyler Perry

Cast

Kimberly Elise

Steve Harris

Tyler Perry

Release date

2/25/2005

Status

Released

Budget

$5,500,000

Revenue

$50,652,203

Origin country

US

Vote count

235