Starring
Annette Bening, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo

Co-starring
Mia Wasikowska, Josh Hutcherson

In this Oscar nominated funny, vibrant and richly drawn portrait of a modern family, Annette Bening and Julianne Moore stars as Nic and Jules who are married and share a cosy suburban Southern California home with their teenage children, Joni and Laser (Mia Wasikowska and Josh Hutcherson).

Nic and Jules - referred to jointly by Joni as 'Moms' - gave birth to and raised their children, building a family life for the four of them. As Joni prepares to leave for college, 15-year-old Laser presses her for a big favour. He wants Joni, now 18, to help him find their biological father; the two teenagers were conceived by donor insemination.

Against her better judgement, Joni honours her brother's request and manages to make contact with 'bio-dad' Paul (Mark Ruffalo), an easygoing restaurateur. The kids find themselves drawn to the confirmed bachelor's footloose style - especially in contrast to Nic, a principled doctor who has long established their house rules. Jules, who has been looking to start a new career in landscaping, also strikes up a rapport with Paul.

As Paul comes into the lives of the forthright four, an unexpected new chapter begins for them as family ties are defined.

Directed by
Lisa Cholodenko

Written by
Lisa Cholodenko