Terms of Endearment (1983 - 1996): 2

The Evening Star (1996), an American comedy drama film by Robert Harling, is adapted from Larry McMurtry’s 1992 novel. After the passing of her daughter Emma, Aurora Greenway remains her strong and determined self. However, things are not going smoothly for the three grandchildren she has raised since Emma’s death. The oldest grandson Tommy is currently serving time in jail on a drug charge. Meanwhile, younger grandson Teddy has a girlfriend and a son, who Aurora does not warm up to. The youngest grandchild, Melanie, still lives with Aurora but is considering ...

Terms of Endearment (1983) is a family tragicomedy film directed, written, and produced by James L. Brooks. It is based on Larry McMurtry’s 1975 novel of the same name. The story revolves around Aurora Greenway, a widow who lives in River Oaks, Houston. Despite having several suitors, she chooses to focus on her close relationship with her daughter Emma. Emma, who is eager to break free from her mother’s controlling nature, defies her objections and marries Flap Horton – a young college professor. However, their constant arguments and conflicting ...