Jill Smokler, AKA Scary Mommy
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I have often wondered why there are so few realistic movies on the experience of motherhood. The two I can recall portraying it successfully are Parenthood and Baby Boom, and both of those are 20 years old {How ancient does that make you feel?!} Why aren’t there movies on the topic? It’s certainly entertaining enough, don’t you think?
Thankfully, writer/director Katherine Dieckmann recognized this void as well. Premiering tomorrow is her film Motherhood, starring Uma Thurman, Anthony Edwards and Minnie Driver. Shot entirely on location in New York’s West Village, the movie tackles the challenges of raising children while trying to balance marriage, friendships, work and sanity. Relatable enough for you? It gets even better. The main character, Eliza is also a blogger.
While Dieckmann’s primary motivation for making Motherhood was to amuse and entertain, she’s gratified when people connect with the characters on a deeper level. “My two favorite reactions are mothers saying they can really relate to it and fathers who ask if we had a microphone in their kitchens last night, because they had exactly that conversation with their wives. I also like it when guys say it gives them a better understanding of what their wives go through every day.”
The moment I heard of the movie, I knew I needed to be involved. Thankfully, the pr company was game, and they’ve allowed me, along with a small group of mommy bloggers I’ve put together, to be involved in promoting the film.We’re manning the Twitter and Facebook accounts and coming up with fictional blog posts to be featured on the movie’s website. Tomorrow, I head off to New York to attend the press junket with the cast and red carpet premier.
It’s been exciting, exhausting and challenging all at once. Just like motherhood. And, I’ve loved it!
{Edited to add: If you’re reading this now, I want to add that once I saw the movie, I realized that I could never again stand behind a product that I hadn’t experienced. Here is my review on Motherhood. You’ll note that I never mentioned the actual movie. It was that bad. Lesson learned.}
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I came here to look up your twitter tips post, and saw this. How exciting!! Have a terrific time.
xo
Cool beaners. I’m looking to forward to seeing the movie. And now my question is answered about who this Eliza person is leaving comments on everyone’s blogs, including mine. Hah. Have fun.
.-= Live.Love.Eat´s last blog ..Movin’ on up! =-.
I am so excited for you. I hope that you have a fabulous time and I can’t wait to hear all about it.
Oh and hopefully, your feet don’t hurt too much after wearing the heels. ;)
.-= Jen @ buried with children´s last blog ..According to Plan =-.
AAAAAHHH!!! I’m so excited for you! Hello red carpet goddess. Can’t wait to hear alllll about it.
.-= Ryan Ashley Scott´s last blog ..O.P.I. winner, finally =-.
Have a BLAST!!!!!!!!! The movie sounds awesome.
.-= OHmommy´s last blog ..My kids had processed sodium-filled pizza for dinner. =-.
That is so cool! I hope you have a great time :)
.-= Lin´s last blog ..I’m A Total Hater =-.
Ok, Baby Boom?! As realistic! She is a career driven woman who INHERITS A BABY and moves to the country where she invents gourmet baby food and falls in love with a country veterinarian and realizes how empty her old life was. Gourmet baby food! It’s apple sauce in fancy jars!
I do agree about Parenthood though.
Probably not the point of your post though :) Congrats on the red carpet. Can’t wait to hear about this movie. Read an interview with Uma in Parenting and it sounds good.
.-= Jensational´s last blog ..Wolfgang Puck, Emeril, Rick Bayless . . . Austin =-.
Well, maybe not *that* part, but the struggles of choosing between mothering and a career were convincing. A least to me. :)
That is SO EXCITING! OH MY GOD, Jill… I can’t wait to hear and read all about it! So cool… have fun!!!!! You are so deserving of this opportunity, mama! xoxo
.-= Loukia´s last blog ..I’m good in the kitchen now, too! =-.
Have so much fun! I’m so jealous – I wish I had a fun place to wear my heels. Can’t wait to hear about the movie.
.-= 3 Stinky Boys and Me´s last blog ..Toddler Talk =-.
Am following her on twitter already but didn’t have the whole story. What a cool way to promote! Have a great time. I can’t wait to hear all about your experience.
.-= Seattledad´s last blog ..Like Peanut Butter and Chocolate =-.
Guessing there will be a lot of mom’s seeing this movie in groups. I’m sure I’ll be seeing it.
.-= Nancy@ifevolutionworks.com´s last blog ..Tooth Fairy, Santa & Gizmo =-.
I’m SO excited for this movie. The trailer is hilarious and I love the thoughtful and entertaining tweets and comments from Eliza. I hear the film is only in limited release, so HEY BLOGGERS MAKE SOME NOISE! It’s about time there was a movie out there that really does relate to REAL moms and we should all be able to go see it!!! I know you and Laura will have a blast, SUPER proud of you (bit jealous too)! Can’t wait to read all about it.
.-= DiPaola Momma´s last blog ..Love me some Disney On Ice =-.
You missed out Stepmom in your list. Some call it cliched, but I find that it paints the canvas of modern day relationships beautifully. I love the scene where Susan’s son tells her that he would hate Julia is she(susan) wanted him to! So telling about the influence of our thoughtless comments!!
Have fun on the red carpet. Very excited to hear your report :)
You are so right!! It’s a bit sappy, but it’s got the relationship part down perfectly. And it makes me sob every time I watch it!
Oh man! That sounds so cool. I love NY. And did you say “sans kids?” Oh man.
.-= Teri´s last blog ..Dancing Queen =-.
LOOK AT YOU GO GIRL! How awesome is this? can you see I am green with ENVY.. Can not wait until the film makes it over here…
Totally going to vote for you!
.-= american in norway´s last blog ..CREEPY cool CREEPY =-.
Have tons of fun. Can’t wait to hear all about it.
Wow, this is so exciting! I can’t wait to hear about your trip on the red carpet!!
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..I finally met my Fairy Godfather… =-.
I cant wait for tonights’s premier!! :)
So exciting! :) …. lots of coffee needed to stay up until then though—- maybe I cant sleep cause of the excitement lol
.-= complicated Mama´s last blog ..Apparently, I’m not the only one who’s complicated : Wordless Wednesday =-.
How exciting! Can’t wait to see pictures of you in all your red carpet gloriousness! Have fun!
.-= Cara´s last blog ..Yay and Nay =-.
Wow Jill that is so freaking exciting! I can’t wait to hear all the details when you get back!
.-= christy´s last blog ..NYC: I’m Just a Homebody at Heart =-.
How awesome is that!?! I can’t wait to see it! And tell us all about it when you get back! Pictures, we want pics!
.-= Val´s last blog ..Moving on =-.
How fun! Love Parenthood and yes, there hasn’t been a real “mom” movie in forever.
Can’t wait to hear what you think!
.-= courtney´s last blog ..Kid down. =-.
That is so awesome Jill. I was just on the call with Uma Thurman and heard about your involvement (had to jump over here since I’ve fallen behind on my blog reader). Wow, to see the movie and wear heels! So maybe we’ll see you snapped in People or some other movie premiere magazine/blog. Then I can say I knew her, well, not really knew her, but knew about her in the bloggy world.
I’m excited about seeing this movie too. I’m sure it will make it’s way up to the Great White North at some point. Can’t wait to read your celebrity studded blog post.
.-= Carrie Anne´s last blog ..Write a Review Wednesday: The Monsterologist =-.
That is awesome!! What a cool experience!!! I can’t wait to see the movie. :)
.-= Kelly Deneen´s last blog ..Vent-nesday =-.
Red carpet fun!???!? Not fair. Enjoy!
Red carpet fun!???!? Not fair. Enjoy!
Sorry… forgot to say great post – can’t wait to read your next one!
How totally cool! I’ll look for your red carpet photo in Us Weekly! And I was tickled to get a comment from Eliza the other day … what a great blogger she is!
.-= Jenners´s last blog ..Reason #3,467 Why My Helping Causes Mr. Jenners Problems =-.
Have a blast. Tell Goose I said hello.
.-= DCUrbanDad´s last blog ..The pain was worth it. =-.
Oh an BTW, you got my vote.
.-= DCUrbanDad´s last blog ..The pain was worth it. =-.
OH DAMN GIRLFRIEND!!!!!!!! How freaking cool is this!?!?!?!?!
.-= Christine´s last blog ..It’s a Party In the USA! =-.
Love this blog! Hey, do you do awards? Pre-Oscar I mean?
I have one for you on my site (-:
Melyssa
mrsblogalot.com
that is so fun! can’t wait to hear how it goes. have a great time!
The movie sounds like it’s gonna be great! Enjoy!!
.-= Stephaine @ Geezees´s last blog ..Update – month off to a great start Thanks to my customers and here is a pic of my sisters house warming gift =-.
I love Uma Thurman in ANYTHING!
Have fun!
.-= Nel´s last blog ..Way more than you ever wanted to know about Belle and I….or Me and Belle. =-.
I love those two movies & am very excited to see this one!
Oh, and everyone should follow @MotherhoodFilm on twitter so very nice :D
.-= beth aka confusedhomemaker´s last blog ..Godiva Truffles And The Way to My Heart =-.
Sorry I didn’t get to vote for you because the voting period is over. They’re announcing the winner tomorrow. Best of luck!
I’m going to see a screening of Motherhood tomorrow. I’m so excited! I haven’t been to the movies since before my daughter was born.
.-= Unknown Mami´s last blog ..Unknown Mami a.k.a. Scary Mami =-.
I saw that you won in your category and I just voted for you for best overall blog. Good luck!
.-= Unknown Mami´s last blog ..Unknown Mami a.k.a. Scary Mami =-.