Sherrybaby (2006)

After serving time in prison, former drug addict Sherry Swanson returns home to reclaim her young daughter from family members who have been raising the child. Sherry's family, especially her sister-in-law, doubt Sherry's ability to be a good mother, and Sherry finds her resolve to stay clean slowly weakening.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after Sherrybaby

• The Lost Daughter (2021) — Maggie Gyllenhaal worked on both
• Happy Endings (2005)
• Monster House (2006)
• Losing Isaiah (1995) — Same feel: painful, sad
• My Blueberry Nights (2007)
• A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints (2006) — Same feel: painful, realistic