About Big Momma's House

Big Momma's House is a classic American comedy movie released in 2000. It was directed by Raja Gosnell and written by Darryl Quarles and Don Rhymer. The film revolves around an FBI agent named Malcolm Turner (played by Martin Lawrence) who goes undercover as a grandmother, Big Momma, to catch a bank robber who's suspected to be the boyfriend of Big Momma's granddaughter, Sherry (played by Nia Long).

Making / Production

The film was created under the production companies Runteldat Entertainment, Friendly Productions, Regency Enterprises, and released by 20th Century Fox. The original idea and comedic genius of Martin Lawrence made the script come alive.

Actors

• Martin Lawrence as FBI Agent Malcolm Turner / Big Momma. He expertly conveyed the dual character of tough FBI agent and sassy Southern granny.
• Nia Long as Sherry Pierce. Her portrayal of a woman on the run and unexpectedly falling in love was heartfelt.
• Paul Giamatti as FBI Agent John Maxwell. Paul played the role of the quirky comedic sidekick perfectly.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The body suit that Martin Lawrence wore to play Big Momma was created using a plaster mold of his body.
• The sequel, Big Momma's House 2, was released in 2006 and Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son was released in 2011.

Awards

The film was nominated for Best Original Song at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards.

Quotes

• "I'm a lady. I might be fat, but I'm a lady"
• "Hallelujah praise the Lord and pass the ammunition."

• "Bounce with Me" by Lil' Bow Wow
• "I've Got to Have It" by Jermaine Dupri featuring NAS & Monica
• "You Can Always Go" by Jagged Edge featuring Blaque