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Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Not Rated
DramaRomanceComedy
6.6/10(210 ratings)

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.

02-25-2005
1h 57m
Diary of a Mad Black Woman
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Main Cast

Kimberly Elise

Kimberly Elise

Helen McCarter

Steve Harris

Steve Harris

Charles McCarter

Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry

Madea

Shemar Moore

Shemar Moore

Orlando

Lisa Marcos

Lisa Marcos

Brenda

Tamara Taylor

Tamara Taylor

Debrah

Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson

Myrtle

Movie Details

Production Info

Director:
Darren Grant
Writer:
Tyler Perry
Production:
Diary of a Woman Inc., BET Films, Tyler Perry Studios, Lionsgate, Reuben Cannon Productions
Revenue:
$50,652,203
Budget:
$5,500,000

Key Crew

Hair Department Head:
Taylor Knight
Stunt Coordinator:
Gerard 'Gus' Williams
Stunt Double:
David Andrew Nash
Stunt Double:
Derrick Simmons
Production Supervisor:
Molly M. Mayeux

Locations and Languages

Country:
US
Filming:
US
Languages:
en