Overview

• The film 'Terms of Endearment' is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and a writer reflects on how the movie brought her and her mother closer.
• The film, directed by James L. Brooks and based on a Larry McMurtry novel, explores the relationship between a wealthy Houston widow and her rebellious daughter.
• The film received mixed reviews upon its release but was later nominated for 11 Oscars, winning five, including best director and best picture.
• The writer and her mother bonded over the film's message that levity and sorrow can coexist, a theme that resonated with them during times of personal loss.
• Despite her mother's passing from cancer, the writer found comfort and joy in rewatching the film, highlighting the enduring impact of the movie's complex relationships and emotional depth.