I have mixed reviews only because entire families may not be able to view the movie due to the language but, I think that it is something that happens everyday. As an adult film it is definitely a moving film about urban life for a typically poor dysfunctional single parent household. Too many times we as a society tend to ignore those human interest stories that are not emotionally compatable with our lives but this film takes a hard look at a number of issues that may not be as dear to our hearts. Mo' nique gives a phenomenal performance as well as all the supporting cast. This would be a good film to show wayward teens.