Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)

Comedy Drama

Filled with a mix of comedy and drama, the film Diary of a Mad Black Woman is based on the immensely popular play of the same name written by Tyler Perry. The story focuses on Helen McCarter (Kimberly Elise), who has seemingly had the perfect life with husband Charles McCarter (Steve Harris). Over the years, Helen has been a faithful and loving wife, while Charles built a successful and lucrative career as a prominent Atlanta... Full synopsis »

I just received a stack of DVDs in the mail, all with a common theme - they star Tyler Perry dressed up as an ugly old woman called Madea who provides wisdom to troubled people. Officially called "The Tyler Perry Collection" and including five of his movies, of which the only one you've probably heard of being the 2005 hit "Diary of a Mad Black Woman," the set includes life lessons with a strange mix of comedy, drama and religious undertones. Full movie review »

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