Spanglish

The complexities of family are explored in this winning seriocomic tale from writer/director James L. Brooks. After hiring Spanish-speaking housekeeper/cook Flor, neurotic Deborah continues to neglect her children and husband John. But when John befriends Flor and her teenage daughter, Deborah gets a reality check and some much-needed perspective from her alcoholic mother. Stars Adam Sandler, Téa Leoni, Paz Vega, Cloris Leachman, and Shelbie Bruce. 131 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English; "making of" documentary; more.