Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)

Time heals the heart. Faith heals the rest.

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.

Date of release
2005-02-25
TMDB
6.5 / 10 (248)
Runtime
1h 57m
Genres
Drama, Romance, Comedy
Director
Darren Grant

Casting

  • Kimberly Elise — Helen McCarter
  • Steve Harris — Charles McCarter
  • Tyler Perry — Madea / Brian / Joe
  • Shemar Moore — Orlando
  • Lisa Marcos — Brenda
  • Tamara Taylor — Debrah
  • Cicely Tyson — Myrtle
  • Terrell Carter — Reverend Carter
  • Carol Mitchell-Leon — Mildred
  • Avery Knight — BJ
  • Vickie Eng — Christina
  • Tiffany Evans — Tiffany

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