ZELD5880 - “I Remember Mama” — Iconic Mothers From the World of Film and Television - Winter 2026 - Virtual

Course Description

Mothers have been a powerful element of story arcs throughout television and film history. This class will provide a great overview of moms in the movies — from Mother, Ma, Mama and Mommie to Auntie, Nanny, Mammy and more. You will meet the Sad Moms, the Eccentric Showbiz Moms, the All-American moms and the Battling Mothers who will do anything to protect their kids. We will meet them in every category, including comedy, romance, drama, crime, animation and horror, from the lowest-budget indie films to the biggest-budget prestige films. These moms made us laugh, cry, remember and reflect as we spent time with them in their kitchens and living rooms, feeling like part of the family.