Mother's Day is around the corner but why wait until the day to do something special for your mother. Take some time off during the weekend (or even the week) and sit down with your mother and watch a nice film. We give you some recommendations here, which is a mix of genres. So take your pick

Every year brings its share of promising female performances, but only a handful truly stand out and shift the perception of an actress. Together, these performances reflected a year where female-led storytelling took centre stage across languages and genres. From intense political thrillers to big-ticket films and contemporary love stories, these performances marked defining career moments.