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2005116 minDrama, Romance, Comedy

Diary of a Mad Black Woman

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Is Diary of a Mad Black Woman worth watching? With a rating of 6.5/10, this Drama, Romance, Comedy film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Diary of a Mad Black Woman Synopsis

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.

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Top Cast

Kimberly Elise
Kimberly EliseHelen McCarter
Steve Harris
Steve HarrisCharles McCarter
Tyler Perry
Tyler PerryMadea / Brian / Joe
Shemar Moore
Shemar MooreOrlando
Lisa Marcos
Lisa MarcosBrenda
Tamara Taylor
Tamara TaylorDebrah
Cicely Tyson
Cicely TysonMyrtle
Terrell Carter
Terrell CarterReverend Carter
Carol Mitchell-Leon
Carol Mitchell-LeonMildred
Avery Knight
Avery KnightBJ

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Is Diary of a Mad Black Woman worth watching?

Diary of a Mad Black Woman has received mixed reviews with a 6.5/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, Romance, Comedy movies.

Is Diary of a Mad Black Woman hit or flop?

Diary of a Mad Black Woman has received average ratings (6.5/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Diary of a Mad Black Woman?

Diary of a Mad Black Woman is a Drama, Romance, Comedy movie that Charles, an attorney, and Helen, his devoted wife, seem to have everything – money, a beautiful mansion – the American Dream. However, as Helen prepar...

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Critic Reviews

Andre GonzalesMay 13, 2023
★ 8

This was the first Tyler Perry movie I ever seen. Madea cracked me up so much that I had to watch all of his movies. This a pretty messed up movie. I guess don't piss off a black woman or she will make you pay.