Stepmothers are often overlooked in spite of the care, and hard work they contribute in raising kids that are not biologically theirs. In many cases, these women fill a void in a young person's life and even love them as if they were their own. To pay homage to those stepmothers who oftentimes go unnoticed we put together a list of films where stepmothers have made a touching impression in the … [Read more...]
10 Romantic Movies from the 1930’s
Whether you're having a girl's day in, a fun date night or a solo Valentine's a romantic film is always a special way to keep entertained. And, for those who love classic movies these 10 films from the Golden Age of cinema will not disappoint. The 1930’s was a revolutionary era for sound and color so we’re highlighting this unique decade. 1. City Lights (1931) - Charlie Chaplin directed and … [Read more...]
Recapping the LA Premiere of American Soul on BET!
American Soul is a television drama, created by Jonathan Prince and Devon Greggory, who also wrote the pilot. The series is a coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of one of the greatest shows ever made, Soul Train. Don Cornelius created this legendary music and dance program, which aired in syndication from October 2, 1971 to March 27, 2006, and the show primarily featured performances by … [Read more...]
10 Romantic Movies with a New Year’s Eve Theme
The holidays are the perfect time to catch up on all of our favorite movies, and the New Year boasts some of the best festive flicks of all time. Below are ten New Year's Eve themed-films that will get you in the mood for celebrating. 1. Holiday (1938) - Johnny (Cary Grant) seems the perfect match for Julia (Doris Nolan), the socialite daughter of Edward Seton (Henry Kolker), and even … [Read more...]
Watch Mariah Carey Effortlessly Sing Oh Holy Night
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Tinseltown Mom. Enjoy this wonderful rendition of Oh Holy Night, sung by Mariah Carey. … [Read more...]
Pure Flix Family Entertainment is Bringing the Ultimate Holiday Movie Experience to Your Home!
The holidays are the perfect time to bring loved ones together so this season we've elicited tips from Pure Flix Family Entertainment on ways to make the most out of your next family movie night! From ice skating to cookie baking, there are so many things to check off your holiday bucket list this season. With the official start of winter right around the corner, the sun is setting sooner and … [Read more...]
5 Thanksgiving Movies From the 1940’s to 2000’s
Thanksgiving is such a great time for enjoying family and friends, recognizing the many blessings we should be thankful for and even watching a favorite holiday flick. The five films below, all centered around Thanksgiving, will warm your heart and prepare you for the holidays. 1. Miracle on 34th Street (1947) - While we often think of Christmas with this classic film, the story actually takes … [Read more...]
Indie Human Trafficking Film ‘A Broken Rose” Wins Big Among Film Festival Circuit
Tinseltown Mom recently had a chance to view a dark, emotional, disturbing film about the realities of human trafficking in the Bay Area, specifically in Oakland. It's a tragic world that most of us will never experience for ourselves, but watching this movie may elicit compassion to those who have lived this harsh reality. This is not a family-oriented movie by any stretch. The movie initially … [Read more...]
The Greatest Showman – Best Family Movie of the Year! (Review)
After watching The Greatest Showman four times we've concluded that this is by far the best family movie of the year. The acting was authentic, the singing powerful and the story compelling, all elements of a good feature film, but not having to worry about foul language, strong violence, or overtly mature themes made the film worth the fare and repeat viewings. Although a family film and PG … [Read more...]
This is America, Charlie Brown: A Family Classic Worth Reliving
When it comes to family entertainment sometimes we have to go back to the good, old-fashioned classic. This is America, Charlie Brown, is a time-honored gem that journeys us through special childhood memories, while helping us create new ones with our kids. RELATED: Download a Free Snoopy Coloring Page The original air date ran from 1988 to 1989, however, Warner Home … [Read more...]
In Celebration of the Oscars Our Top Movie Pick: Terms of Endearment
Today's top movie pick, Terms of Endearment, is a 30-year-old classic still popular today. This Oscar-winning film is beautifully paced and wonderfully written, with complex relationships woven throughout. The dramatic subject matter will pull at your heart in ways that mothers will undoubtedly appreciate. Terms of Endearment (1983) was nominated for 11 Academy Awards, and won five, including … [Read more...]
The 2017 Golden Globe Predictions Include Some Celebrity Moms Worthy of Nominations!
The 74th Golden Globe Awards is Sunday, January 8th on NBC and so many people couldn’t be more thrilled. But what’s also exciting is how some of your most beloved celebrities reacted to hearing the news of the nominations. Be sure to check out etonline's recap on how the famous, including some Tinseltown Moms like Nicole Kidman and Sarah Jessica Parker, received the news. Now, if you’re a … [Read more...]
Family Movie Night with the Peanut’s Gang!
Dream big and laugh out loud with the entire Peanuts gang like you’ve never seen them before in the animated feature, "The Peanuts' Movie." This fun adventure comes from the imagination of Charles Schulz and the creators of Ice Age. While Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, embarks on an epic quest, his beagle pal Snoopy takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, The Red … [Read more...]
Watch the First Two TV Spots for the CG-Animated Film Ratchet and Clank!
Gramercy Pictures has released the first two TV spots for the upcoming CG-animated film, Ratchet & Clank. This animated feature is based on the PlayStation game franchise from Sony and Insomniac Games. Synopsis: Two unlikely heroes struggle to stop a vile alien named Chairman Drek from destroying every planet in the Solana Galaxy. Ratchet is the last of his kind, a foolhardy “lombax” … [Read more...]
Golden Globes 2016: All the Winners and Nominees
Awards Seasons is always a fun time of year, and the 73rd Annual Golden Globes was no exception. This year there were a couple of Tinseltown Mom's taking home wins, including Kate Winslet for Steve Jobs and Taraji P. Henson for Empire. See below for the complete list of winners. Best Motion Picture – Drama “The Revenant” (WINNER) “Carol” “Mad Max: Fury Road” “Room” “Spotlight” Best … [Read more...]